East Oakview Elementary School

3940 Suburban Shores Dr Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 377 students in grades Kindergarten-4, East Oakview Elementary 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 377 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 50% in MI
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

East Oakview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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Attribute

School Overview

East Oakview Elementary School's student population of 377 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
377 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers

School Rankings

East Oakview Elementary 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 East Oakview Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#1216 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
40-44%
34%
45-49%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
6%
18%
White
75%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.42
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is East Oakview Elementary School's ranking?
East Oakview Elementary School is ranked #1216 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are East Oakview Elementary School often compared to?
East Oakview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Oakview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend East Oakview Elementary School?
377 students attend East Oakview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of East Oakview Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Oakview Elementary School?
East Oakview Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Oakview Elementary School offer ?
East Oakview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Oakview Elementary School part of?
East Oakview Elementary School is part of Northview School District.
In what neighborhood is East Oakview Elementary School located?
East Oakview Elementary School is located in the Northview Heights neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Northview Heights.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 377 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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