Serving 371 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oakwood 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 41% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Oakwood Elementary School serves the eastern part of Ortonville, MI, covering an area of approximately 25.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive time of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oakwood Elementary School's student population of 371 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
371 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oakwood Elementary School 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 Oakwood Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#1225 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Oakwood Elementary School's ranking?
Oakwood Elementary School is ranked #1225 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Oakwood Elementary School?
371 students attend Oakwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Oakwood Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakwood Elementary School?
Oakwood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Oakwood Elementary School offer ?
Oakwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oakwood Elementary School part of?
Oakwood Elementary School is part of Brandon School District In The Counties Of Oakland And Lapee.
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