Average
#1466 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 46% in state
Based on limited data
Lessenger Early Childhood Center
Elementary School · Oak Park School District of the City of
12901 ALBANY ST, Oak Park, MI 48237
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 9 schools in Oak Park. Learn more
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,466 of 3,192
In Oak Park
#3 of 10
public schools
In district
#2 of 7
Oak Park School District of the City of
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Lessenger Early Childhood Center
Elementary School in Oak Park · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Oak Park Preparatory Academy
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About Lessenger Early Childhood Center
Lessenger Early Childhood Center is a public elementary school in Oak Park, MI, part of Oak Park School District of the City of. Lessenger Early Childhood Center serves approximately 52 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 4.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Lessenger Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,466 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 3.8
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 52 students, Lessenger Early Childhood Center 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.
At 4.7:1 students to teachers, Lessenger Early Childhood Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
37% of students at Lessenger Early Childhood Center 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
Partial Profile · 2/3 metricsRequires 2+ years of test data
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Lessenger Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Lessenger Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
12901 ALBANY ST, Oak Park, MI 48237
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lessenger Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bates Academy (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Detroit), which scores notably higher. Another option is Burton Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Huntington Woods), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Vernor Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Detroit), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Oak Park, see our Oak Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Park Preparatory Academy Oak Park | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Key Elementary School Oak Park | 0.5 mi | 2.4 |
| NOVA Discipline Academy Oak Park | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Oak Park High School Oak Park | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Einstein Elementary School Oak Park | 0.7 mi | 2.7 |
| Tri County Educational Center Ferndale | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Ferndale Upper Elementary Campus Oak Park | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Vernor Elementary School Detroit | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Bates Academy Detroit | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Oak Park Service Learning Academy OPSLA Oak Park | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| MacDowell Preparatory Academy Detroit | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Pepper Elementary School Oak Park | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Ferndale Middle School Ferndale | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Jalen Rose Leadership Academy Detroit | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| LEARNING DISABILITIES CLINIC- INC. Oak Park | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Ferndale High School Ferndale | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| David Ellis Academy Detroit | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Burton Elementary School Huntington Woods | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Ferndale Lower Elementary Campus Ferndale | 1.6 mi | 2.9 |
| UNIVERSITY OF DETROIT JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL & ACADEMY Detroit | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
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
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| ST MARY SCHOOL Paw Paw, MI | 6.5 |
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| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Stevensville, MI | 6.6 |
| DIVINE PROVIDENCE ACADEMY AT ST. JOSEPH Conklin, MI | 6.6 |
| ISJ ACADEMY PK-8 Grand Rapids, MI | 6.6 |
| NILES ADVENTIST SCHOOL Niles, MI | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lessenger Early Childhood Center
What grades does Lessenger Early Childhood Center serve?
Lessenger Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Lessenger Early Childhood Center?
Lessenger Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 52 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lessenger Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Lessenger Early Childhood Center is 4.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lessenger Early Childhood Center rank in MI?
Lessenger Early Childhood Center ranks #1,466 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Lessenger Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Lessenger Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Lessenger Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Lessenger Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lessenger Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Lessenger Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lessenger Early Childhood Center?
75.0% of students at Lessenger Early Childhood Center 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 52
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Oakland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.5%
- 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
- #2 of 7
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