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#3094 of 3,192 schools in MI

Auburn Elementary School

Elementary School · Avondale School District

2900 WAUKEGAN ST, Auburn Hills, MI 48326

Enrollment

291

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

3.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#3,094 of 3,192

In Auburn Hills

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#8 of 8

Avondale School District

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Auburn Elementary School

3.1/10

Elementary School in Auburn Hills · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.5/10

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5.1/10

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About Auburn Elementary School

Auburn Elementary School is a public elementary school in Auburn Hills, MI, part of Avondale School District. Auburn Elementary School serves approximately 291 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Auburn Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,094 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Auburn Elementary School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.1 pts below district
  • This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.2
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at Auburn Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency3.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-38.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-25.5 pts
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-20.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,600
Chronic Absenteeism37.8%

Auburn Elementary School — Students at Auburn Elementary School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 29.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 41.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
43.1% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
3.3%
ELA
16.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.4/10.

How Auburn Elementary School Compares

See how Auburn Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.1/10
3th percentile in MI
Academic
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.8%

Location

2900 WAUKEGAN ST, Auburn Hills, MI 48326

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Auburn Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eastover Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Bloomfld Hls), which scores notably higher. Another option is BROOKFIELD ACADEMY - ROCHESTER HILLS (rated 7.7/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Rochester Hills), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Deerfield Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Rochester Hills), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Auburn Hills, see our Auburn Hills schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Avondale High School Auburn Hills 0.1 mi 7.5
R Grant Graham Elem School Auburn Hills 0.6 mi 5.1
Arts and Technology Academy of Pontiac Pontiac 1.3 mi 4.3
ONE SCHOOL GLOBAL Bloomfield Township 1.7 mi 5.2
International Academy Bloomfield Hills 1.7 mi 9.7
Eastover Elementary School Bloomfld Hls 2.2 mi 9.1
Herrington School Pontiac 2.2 mi 2.6
ST HUGO OF THE HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bloomfield Hills 2.4 mi 5.4
HAVENWYCK SCHOOL Auburn Hills 2.4 mi 5.9
ROEPER CITY & COUNTRY SCHOOL Bloomfield Hills 2.7 mi 7.8
ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Bloomfield Hills 3.3 mi 7.9
BROOKFIELD ACADEMY - ROCHESTER HILLS Rochester Hills 3.0 mi 7.7
Rogers School Auburn Hills 3.6 mi 3.2
North Hills Middle School Bloomfield Hills 3.2 mi 8.6
Pontiac Middle School Pontiac 3.2 mi 4.9
NOTRE DAME PREPARATORY SCHOOL AND MARIST ACADEMY Pontiac 3.5 mi 6.6
Pontiac High School Pontiac 3.4 mi 6.3
Pontiac Academy for Student Success Pontiac 3.4 mi
Flex High School of Pontiac Pontiac 2.9 mi 6.0
Deerfield Elementary School Rochester Hills 2.9 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48326 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,468

Median Home Value

$235,300

Median Rent

$1,411/mo

Population

24,488

College Educated

47.5%

Homeownership

51.5%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Median Age

37.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bellview Elementary School Eastpointe, MI 3.1
Eaton Academy Eastpointe, MI 3.1
Eugene B Elliott Elem School Westland, MI 3.1
Marquette Elementary School Muskegon, MI 3.1
Robbie Hall Parker School Clinton Township, MI 3.1
Bernice McDowell Elem School Taylor, MI 3.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Auburn Elementary School

What grades does Auburn Elementary School serve?

Auburn Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Auburn Elementary School?

Auburn Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 291 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Auburn Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Auburn Elementary School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Auburn Elementary School rank in MI?

Auburn Elementary School ranks #3,094 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Auburn Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Auburn Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Auburn Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Auburn Elementary School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Auburn Elementary School a charter school?

No, Auburn Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Auburn Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Auburn Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Auburn Elementary School?

70.8% of students at Auburn Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
291
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Oakland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.8%

District

Avondale School District
District Enrollment
3,837
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,600
District Rank
#8 of 8

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