Serving 406 students in grades 6-8, Oakview Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakview Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Oakview Middle School's student population of 406 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oakview Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakview Middle School is 0.43, 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
#532 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
74%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakview Middle School's ranking?
Oakview Middle School is ranked #532 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Oakview Middle School often compared to?
Oakview Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scripps Middle School, Waldon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Oakview Middle School?
406 students attend Oakview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Oakview Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakview Middle School?
Oakview Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oakview Middle School offer ?
Oakview Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakview Middle School part of?
Oakview Middle School is part of Lake Orion Community Schools School District.
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