Serving 149 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Oakland Academy 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). 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 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakland Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oakland Academy's student population of 149 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
149 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oakland Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakland Academy is 0.63, which is more 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
#1259 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakland Academy's ranking?
Oakland Academy is ranked #1259 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Oakland Academy often compared to?
Oakland Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Amberly Elementary School, Moorsbridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Oakland Academy?
149 students attend Oakland Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Oakland Academy students are White, 14% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakland Academy?
Oakland Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Oakland Academy offer ?
Oakland Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakland Academy part of?
Oakland Academy is part of Oakland Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Oakland Academy located?
Oakland Academy is located in the Crossroad Park neighborhood of Portage, MI. There are 5 other public schools located in Crossroad Park.
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