Serving 1,060 students in grades 6-8, Royal Oak Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,060 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Royal Oak Middle School's student population of 1,060 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,060 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Royal Oak Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Royal Oak Middle School is 0.49, 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
#1056 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
14%
18%
White
70%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
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 Royal Oak Middle School's ranking?
Royal Oak Middle School is ranked #1056 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Royal Oak Middle School often compared to?
Royal Oak Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clawson Middle School, Crissman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Royal Oak Middle School?
1,060 students attend Royal Oak Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Royal Oak Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Royal Oak Middle School?
Royal Oak Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Royal Oak Middle School offer ?
Royal Oak Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Royal Oak Middle School part of?
Royal Oak Middle School is part of Royal Oak Schools School District.
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