Stadium Drive Elementary School of the Arts is an elementary school located in Orion Township, Michigan, USA. It is a nationally recognized Blue Ribbon School, awarded for the 2000-2001 school year.
Serving 465 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Stadium Drive Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 56% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stadium Drive Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Stadium Drive Elementary School's student population of 465 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
465 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Empowering the Dragon community to achieve excellence
School Rankings
Stadium Drive Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stadium Drive Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#303 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
65%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stadium Drive Elementary School's ranking?
Stadium Drive Elementary School is ranked #303 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Stadium Drive Elementary School often compared to?
Stadium Drive Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blanche Sims Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Stadium Drive Elementary School?
465 students attend Stadium Drive Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Stadium Drive Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stadium Drive Elementary School?
Stadium Drive Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stadium Drive Elementary School offer ?
Stadium Drive Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stadium Drive Elementary School part of?
Stadium Drive Elementary School is part of Lake Orion Community Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 2/17/2011
Amazing school, amazing staff, amazing environment to nurture young learners!
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