Serving 515 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Orion Oaks Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher 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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orion Oaks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Orion Oaks Elementary School's student population of 515 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Orion Oaks Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orion Oaks Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#679 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
69%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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 Orion Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Orion Oaks Elementary School is ranked #679 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Orion Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
Orion Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carpenter Elementary School, Paint Creek Elementary School, Webber School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Orion Oaks Elementary School?
515 students attend Orion Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Orion Oaks Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orion Oaks Elementary School?
Orion Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Orion Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Orion Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Orion Oaks Elementary School part of?
Orion Oaks Elementary School is part of Lake Orion Community Schools School District.
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