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#1218 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 38% in state

Oak Ridge Elementary School

Elementary School · Royal Oak Schools

506 EAST 13 MILE RD, Royal Oak, MI 48073

Enrollment

408

Student-Teacher

17.7:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,218 of 3,192

In Royal Oak

#4 of 9

public schools

In district

#4 of 9

Royal Oak Schools

Equity

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Oak Ridge Elementary School

6.8/10

Elementary School in Royal Oak · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Churchill Community Ed Center

6.9/10

0.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Lessenger Elementary School

7.5/10

0.7 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Oak Ridge Elementary School

Oak Ridge Elementary School is a public elementary school in Royal Oak, MI, part of Royal Oak Schools. Oak Ridge Elementary School serves approximately 408 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,218 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Oak Ridge Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+4.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18.8 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,045
Chronic Absenteeism19.1%

Oak Ridge Elementary School — Students at Oak Ridge Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 68.4% (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
96%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
48%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
46.3%
ELA
61%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Oak Ridge Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
62th percentile in MI
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

Location

506 EAST 13 MILE RD, Royal Oak, MI 48073

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oak Ridge Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Northwood Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lessenger Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Madison Heights), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, JAPHET SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Clawson), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Royal Oak, see our Royal Oak schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Churchill Community Ed Center Royal Oak 0.3 mi 6.9
Lessenger Elementary School Madison Heights 0.7 mi 7.5
GUARDIAN ANGELS SCHOOL Clawson 1.1 mi 5.6
BISHOP FOLEY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Madison Heights 0.9 mi 7.7
Keller Elementary Royal Oak 1.3 mi 6.4
Clawson High School Clawson 1.3 mi 7.3
Kenwood Elementary School Clawson 1.2 mi 6.0
Northwood Elementary School Royal Oak 1.3 mi 8.8
Clawson Middle School Clawson 1.4 mi 7.1
Royal Oak High School Royal Oak 1.2 mi 8.6
Lamphere High School Madison Heights 1.3 mi 7.5
Royal Oak Middle School Royal Oak 1.7 mi 6.3
JAPHET SCHOOL Clawson 1.5 mi 7.0
Paul A Schalm School Clawson 1.8 mi 5.2
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Royal Oak 2.3 mi 6.6
Keys Grace Academy Madison Heights 2.1 mi 4.9
Addams Elementary and ECC Royal Oak 1.8 mi 6.7
Hiller Elementary School Madison Heights 1.8 mi 5.7
ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Royal Oak 2.4 mi 6.3
SHRINE CATHOLIC GRADE SCHOOL Royal Oak 2.0 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48073 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,426

Median Home Value

$302,800

Median Rent

$1,245/mo

Population

33,427

College Educated

59.2%

Homeownership

65.6%

Avg Commute

23.6 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

38

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oak Ridge Elementary School

What grades does Oak Ridge Elementary School serve?

Oak Ridge Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Oak Ridge Elementary School?

Oak Ridge Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 408 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oak Ridge Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Oak Ridge Elementary School is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oak Ridge Elementary School rank in MI?

Oak Ridge Elementary School ranks #1,218 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Oak Ridge Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oak Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Oak Ridge Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oak Ridge Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Oak Ridge Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Oak Ridge Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

29.2% of students at Oak Ridge 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
60 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Oakland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

District

Royal Oak Schools
District Enrollment
4,967
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,045
District Rank
#4 of 9

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