Best Schools in Oak Park, Michigan
13 schools · 8 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 2 Other
Choosing a school in Oak Park?
Use this page to compare every school in Oak Park by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Nova Discipline Academy
Other · Oak Park School District of the City of. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Norup International School
Elementary · Berkley School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Oak Park High School
High · Oak Park School District of the City of. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Oak Park for 2026 are Nova Discipline Academy (7.3/10), Norup International School (7.1/10), and Oak Park High School (5.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
13
10 public · 3 private
Avg Score
4.9
out of 10
Median Home
$198,500
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
13
10 public · 3 private
Avg Score
4.9
out of 10
Median Home
$198,500
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Rates 7.3/10 despite 83% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 3.3 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Oak Park schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Oak Park
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 rated schools; 13 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nova Discipline Academy | 7.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Norup International School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Oak Park High School | 5.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Oak Park Preparatory Academy | 4.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Ferndale Upper Elementary Campus | 3.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Pepper Elementary School | 3.5 / 10 |
| 7 | Einstein Elementary School | 2.7 / 10 |
| 8 | Key Elementary School | 2.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.9/10
- Median household income
- $65,882
- Median home value
- $198,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 40%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 59%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Oak Park compares
Michigan rank
#350 of 376
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.3
below Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$66k
90% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
12
Oak Park School District of the City of runs 70% of Oak Park's public schools
Oak Park touches 4 districts, but Oak Park School District of the City of is the one most addresses actually attend.
Oak Park School District of the City of accounts for 7 of 10 public schools (70%). The other 3 districts hold the remaining 3.
Among 8 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 2.4 to 7.3 — the spread is inside Oak Park, not a citywide average.
- Oak Park School District of the City of7 public · 70%
- Berkley School District1 public · 10%
- Detroit Service Learning Academy1 public · 10%
- Ferndale Public Schools1 public · 10%
About Schools in Oak Park, Michigan
Oak Park, Michigan is home to 13 schools, including 10 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 8 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 4.9 out of 10, schools in Oak Park show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Oak Park is Nova Discipline Academy with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Oak Park is served by 4 school districts. These districts collectively serve 11,557 students.
Oak Park's community shows 40% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $65,882. The poverty rate in the area is 14.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 688 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.1 | ||
| 2 | 52 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 6.5 | ||
| 3 | 176 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.9 | ||
| 4 | 533 students · Kindergarten–6th | 3.5 | ||
| 5 | 401 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.5 | ||
| 6 | 393 students · Pre-K–5th | 2.7 | ||
| 7 | 507 students · Pre-K–5th | 2.4 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Beth Jacob 1-8Private 491 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 679 students · 6th–8th | 4.5 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 873 students · 9th–12th | 5.0 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Bais YaakovPrivate 168 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 90 students · 2nd–12th | 7.3 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 25 students · UG–UG | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Oak Park
Oak Park, Michigan · 13 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$65,882
Median Home Value
$198,500
Median Rent
$1,354/mo
Population
29,370
College Educated
40%
Homeownership
59%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Community Profile
Oak Park has a median household income of $65,882. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $198,500, with a median rent of $1,354/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.2%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 8
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 2
Resources
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Oak Park, Michigan
How many schools are in Oak Park, Michigan?
Oak Park has 13 schools, including 10 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Oak Park, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Oak Park is 4.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Oak Park, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Oak Park on MySchoolScout is Nova Discipline Academy with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Oak Park, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Oak Park on MySchoolScout is Norup International School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Oak Park, Michigan?
The top-ranked middle school in Oak Park on MySchoolScout is Oak Park Preparatory Academy with a composite score of 4.5/10.
What is the best high school in Oak Park, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Oak Park on MySchoolScout is Oak Park High School with a composite score of 5.0/10.
How many school districts serve Oak Park, Michigan?
Oak Park is served by 4 school districts: Detroit Service Learning Academy, Berkley School District, Ferndale Public Schools, Oak Park School District of the City of.
What is the education level in Oak Park, Michigan?
According to Census data, 40% of adults in Oak Park have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Oak Park, Michigan?
The median household income in Oak Park is approximately $65,882 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Oak Park, Michigan?
Yes, Oak Park has 3 private schools alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is Bais Yaakov with a score of 7.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Oak Park, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Oak Park is 15.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Oak Park, Michigan?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Michigan Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.