Serving 468 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Great Oaks 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 68% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Oaks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Great Oaks Elementary School's student population of 468 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
468 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
School Rankings
Great Oaks Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great Oaks Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#168 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
4%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
89%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Great Oaks Elementary School is ranked #168 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Great Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
Great Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lottie M Schmidt Elementary School, Richard J Duncan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Great Oaks Elementary School?
468 students attend Great Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Great Oaks Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Great Oaks Elementary School?
Great Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Great Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Great Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Great Oaks Elementary School part of?
Great Oaks Elementary School is part of Anchor Bay School District.
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