Serving 436 students in grades 1-5, Oehrli Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Oehrli Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Montague, MI school district, covering approximately 96.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edges of the zone located up to 11.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oehrli Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oehrli Elementary School's student population of 436 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
436 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Oehrli Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oehrli Elementary School is 0.23, 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
#878 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
87%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Oehrli Elementary School's ranking?
Oehrli Elementary School is ranked #878 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Oehrli Elementary School?
436 students attend Oehrli Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Oehrli Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oehrli Elementary School?
Oehrli Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Oehrli Elementary School offer ?
Oehrli Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oehrli Elementary School part of?
Oehrli Elementary School is part of Montague Area School District.
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