Serving 453 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Orchard Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Orchard Hills Elementary School serves the eastern part of Novi, MI, covering an area of approximately 3.6 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orchard Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Orchard Hills Elementary School's student population of 453 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
453 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering every student to reach the pinnacle of their potential
School Rankings
Orchard Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orchard Hills Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#273 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
33%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
12%
18%
White
44%
63%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Orchard Hills Elementary School is ranked #273 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Orchard Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Orchard Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Novi Woods Elementary School, Village Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Orchard Hills Elementary School?
453 students attend Orchard Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Orchard Hills Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orchard Hills Elementary School?
Orchard Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Orchard Hills Elementary School offer ?
Orchard Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orchard Hills Elementary School part of?
Orchard Hills Elementary School is part of Novi Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Orchard Hills Elementary School located?
Orchard Hills Elementary School is located in the Orchard Hills neighborhood of Novi, MI.
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