Serving 437 students in grades 1-6, Oakridge Upper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oakridge Upper Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Muskegon school district, covering approximately 37.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oakridge Upper Elementary School's student population of 437 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
437 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1990
School Rankings
Oakridge Upper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakridge Upper Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#2308 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
75%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakridge Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Oakridge Upper Elementary School is ranked #2308 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Oakridge Upper Elementary School?
437 students attend Oakridge Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Oakridge Upper Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakridge Upper Elementary School?
Oakridge Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Oakridge Upper Elementary School offer ?
Oakridge Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakridge Upper Elementary School part of?
Oakridge Upper Elementary School is part of Oakridge School District.
In what neighborhood is Oakridge Upper Elementary School located?
Oakridge Upper Elementary School is located in the Wolf Lake neighborhood of Muskegon, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Wolf Lake.
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