Needs Improvement
#3178 of 3,192 schools in MI
Key Elementary School
Elementary School · Oak Park School District of the City of
23400 JEROME ST, Oak Park, MI 48237
Enrollment
507
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
2.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
507
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
2.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#3,178 of 3,192
In Oak Park
#10 of 10
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
Oak Park School District of the City of
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Key Elementary School
Elementary School in Oak Park · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Key Elementary School
Key Elementary School is a public elementary school in Oak Park, MI, part of Oak Park School District of the City of. Key Elementary School serves approximately 507 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Key Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,178 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Key Elementary School show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.8
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
65% of students at Key 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
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Key Elementary School — Students at Key Elementary School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.3/10.
How Key Elementary School Compares
See how Key Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
23400 JEROME ST, Oak Park, MI 48237
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Key Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Burton Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Huntington Woods), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bates Academy (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Detroit), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rogers Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Berkley), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oak Park, see our Oak Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Park Preparatory Academy Oak Park | 0.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Lessenger Early Childhood Center Oak Park | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Oak Park High School Oak Park | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| NOVA Discipline Academy Oak Park | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Ferndale Upper Elementary Campus Oak Park | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Einstein Elementary School Oak Park | 1.0 mi | 2.7 |
| LEARNING DISABILITIES CLINIC- INC. Oak Park | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Pepper Elementary School Oak Park | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Tri County Educational Center Ferndale | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Burton Elementary School Huntington Woods | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Oak Park Service Learning Academy OPSLA Oak Park | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| HARMONY MONTESSORI CENTER Oak Park | 1.6 mi | — |
| Norup International School Oak Park | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Vernor Elementary School Detroit | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Ferndale Middle School Ferndale | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Bates Academy Detroit | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus Ferndale | 1.5 mi | 2.9 |
| Jalen Rose Leadership Academy Detroit | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Ferndale High School Ferndale | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Rogers Elementary School Berkley | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48237 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,882
Median Home Value
$198,500
Median Rent
$1,354/mo
Population
29,370
College Educated
39.5%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
37.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Kempton Elementary School Saginaw, MI | 2.4 |
| Paramount Charter Academy Kalamazoo, MI | 2.4 |
| WashingtonParks Academy Redford, MI | 2.4 |
| Comstock Elementary School Kalamazoo, MI | 2.5 |
| Seminole Academy Mount Clemens, MI | 2.2 |
| Tyrone Elementary School Harper Woods, MI | 2.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Key Elementary School
What grades does Key Elementary School serve?
Key Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Key Elementary School?
Key Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 507 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Key Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Key Elementary School is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Key Elementary School rank in MI?
Key Elementary School ranks #3,178 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Key Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Key Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.4 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 Key Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Key Elementary School has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Key Elementary School a charter school?
No, Key Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Key Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Key Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Key Elementary School?
85.0% of students at Key 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 507
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Oakland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.5%
- Phone
- (248) 336-7610
Resources & Links
District
Oak Park School District of the City of- District Enrollment
- 3,020
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,025
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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