Serving 438 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oakview 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower 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 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oakview Elementary School serves the eastern part of Muskegon, MI, covering an attendance area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of about 1 mile to the nearest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oakview Elementary School's student population of 438 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
438 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oakview 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 Oakview Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#2950 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
61%
18%
White
19%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Big Reds
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakview Elementary School's ranking?
Oakview Elementary School is ranked #2950 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Oakview Elementary School?
438 students attend Oakview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Oakview Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakview Elementary School?
Oakview Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Oakview Elementary School offer ?
Oakview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oakview Elementary School part of?
Oakview Elementary School is part of Muskegon Public Schools Of The City Of.
In what neighborhood is Oakview Elementary School located?
Oakview Elementary School is located in the Oakview neighborhood of Muskegon, MI.
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