Serving 410 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Orchard Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchard Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Orchard Hills Elementary School's student population of 410 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Orchard Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard Hills Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#258 out of 3069 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
30%
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
10%
18%
White
49%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Orchard Hills Elementary School is ranked #258 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Orchard Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Orchard Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Novi Woods Elementary School, Village Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Orchard Hills Elementary School?
410 students attend Orchard Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Orchard Hills Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orchard Hills Elementary School?
Orchard Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Orchard Hills Elementary School offer ?
Orchard Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Orchard Hills Elementary School part of?
Orchard Hills Elementary School is part of Novi Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Orchard Hills Elementary School located?
Orchard Hills Elementary School is located in the Orchard Hills neighborhood of Novi, MI.
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