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#101 of 462 private schools in MI

Top 22% of private schools

Eagle Creek Academy

Elementary School

3739 KERN RD, Oakland, MI 48363

Private

Enrollment

120

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#101 of 462

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Eagle Creek Academy

7.4/10

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

Musson Elementary School

8.4/10

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7.3/10

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About Eagle Creek Academy

Eagle Creek Academy is a private elementary school in Oakland, MI. Eagle Creek Academy serves approximately 120 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Eagle Creek Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #101 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it compares1.3 pts above MI schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 120 students, Eagle Creek Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Eagle Creek Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Eagle Creek Academy compares to the 2 public schools in Oakland, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
This School
vs
16.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
120
This School
vs
537
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.4
This School
vs
7.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 58.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 16.7% vs 0%
Asian 16.7% vs 0%
Black 8.3% vs 0%
Eagle Creek Academy Oakland Public Avg

All Schools in Oakland

School Rating
Eagle Creek Academy (this school) 7.4
Delta Kelly Elementary School 7.3
Oakview Middle School 7.9

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MI.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.6 / 10
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School Day Length 7.1 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,171.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 60%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 120
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in MI

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 58.3%
Hispanic 16.7%
Asian 16.7%
Black 8.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3739 KERN RD, Oakland, MI 48363

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Eagle Creek Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brewster Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Rochester Hills), which scores notably higher. Another option is Musson Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Rochester Hills), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Blanche Sims Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Lake Orion), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Musson Elementary School Rochester Hills 1.0 mi 8.4
Delta Kelly Elementary School Oakland 1.3 mi 7.3
Van Hoosen Middle School Rochester Hills 2.0 mi 6.4
Rochester Adams High School Rochester Hills 2.2 mi 8.0
Brewster Elementary School Rochester Hills 2.0 mi 8.8
Lake Orion Community High School Lake Orion 2.3 mi 8.3
Learning Options High School Lake Orion 2.4 mi 7.8
Scripps Middle School Lake Orion 2.4 mi 8.2
OAKLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Auburn Hills 2.7 mi 7.2
Stadium Drive Elementary School Lake Orion 2.5 mi 7.0
LAKE ORION BAPTIST SCHOOL Lake Orion 2.5 mi 6.9
Rogers School Auburn Hills 3.2 mi 3.2
Baldwin Elementary School Rochester 2.6 mi 7.3
Meadow Brook Elementary School Rochester Hills 4.1 mi 7.6
Long Meadow Elementary School Rochester Hills 3.7 mi 7.5
West Middle School Rochester Hills 4.0 mi 6.1
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL ROCHESTER Rochester Hills 3.4 mi 7.2
Blanche Sims Elementary School Lake Orion 4.4 mi 7.8
OAK ARBOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rochester 3.4 mi
BROOKFIELD ACADEMY - ROCHESTER HILLS Rochester Hills 4.5 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48363 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$173,056

Median Home Value

$568,400

Population

7,434

College Educated

58.6%

Homeownership

96.5%

Avg Commute

30.5 min

Poverty Rate

1.5%

Median Age

40.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Eagle Creek Academy

What grades does Eagle Creek Academy serve?

Eagle Creek Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Eagle Creek Academy?

Eagle Creek Academy has an enrollment of approximately 120 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Eagle Creek Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Eagle Creek Academy is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Eagle Creek Academy rank in MI?

Eagle Creek Academy ranks #101 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is Eagle Creek Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Eagle Creek Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Eagle Creek Academy a private school?

Yes, Eagle Creek Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Eagle Creek Academy a religious school?

No, Eagle Creek Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
120
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.1 hours
Days Per Year
165 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Oakland County

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