Serving 421 students in grades 1-6, Oakridge Upper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oakridge Upper Elementary School's student population of 421 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
Total Students
421 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oakridge Upper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakridge Upper Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2383 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
81%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakridge Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Oakridge Upper Elementary School is ranked #2383 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Oakridge Upper Elementary School?
421 students attend Oakridge Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Oakridge Upper Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakridge Upper Elementary School?
Oakridge Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oakridge Upper Elementary School offer ?
Oakridge Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-6
What school district is Oakridge Upper Elementary School part of?
Oakridge Upper Elementary School is part of Oakridge School District.
In what neighborhood is Oakridge Upper Elementary School located?
Oakridge Upper Elementary School is located in the Wolf Lake neighborhood of Muskegon, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Wolf Lake.
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