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#141 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 4% in state

Oakley Park Elementary School

Elementary School · Walled Lake Consolidated Schools

2015 EAST OAKLEY PARK RD, Commerce Township, MI 48390

Enrollment

370

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#141 of 3,192

In Commerce Township

#1 of 9

public schools

In district

#1 of 19

Walled Lake Consolidated Schools

Equity

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Oakley Park Elementary School

8.6/10

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

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7.8/10

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About Oakley Park Elementary School

Oakley Park Elementary School is a public elementary school in Commerce Township, MI, part of Walled Lake Consolidated Schools. Oakley Park Elementary School serves approximately 370 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakley Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #141 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Oakley Park Elementary School show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.3
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency75.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency71.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+33.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+29.5 pts
Overall Proficiency73% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+13.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,614
Chronic Absenteeism11.1%

Oakley Park Elementary School — Students at Oakley Park Elementary School score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

22.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 78.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 75.1% (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
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
83%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
86%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
75.4%
ELA
71.9%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Oakley Park Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.6/10
96th percentile in MI
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
22%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.1%

Location

2015 EAST OAKLEY PARK RD, Commerce Township, MI 48390

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oakley Park Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Commerce Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Pleasant Lake Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby West Bloomfield), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Hickory Woods Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Novi), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Commerce Township, see our Commerce Township schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Walled Lake Central High School Commerce Township 0.5 mi 7.8
LAKES AREA MONTESSORI Walled Lake 0.7 mi 6.9
Mary Helen Guest Elementary School Walled Lake 1.6 mi 6.7
ST MATTHEW LUTHERAN SCHOOL Walled Lake 1.5 mi 6.4
Clifford H Smart Middle School Commerce Township 1.6 mi 6.6
Commerce Elementary School Commerce Township 2.0 mi 8.0
Walnut Creek Middle School West Bloomfield 2.0 mi 6.0
Keith Elementary School West Bloomfield 2.2 mi 6.9
Glengary Elementary School Commerce Township 2.0 mi 7.0
ST WILLIAM SCHOOL Walled Lake 2.7 mi 6.9
Walled Lake Elementary School Walled Lake 3.1 mi 6.4
Pleasant Lake Elementary School West Bloomfield 2.6 mi 8.0
Hickory Woods Elementary School Novi 3.5 mi 7.8
Walled Lake Northern High School Commerce Twp 3.2 mi 7.8
Loon Lake Elementary School Wixom 3.2 mi 7.2
ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL White Lake 4.0 mi 4.0
NOVI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Novi 4.1 mi 7.7
OAKLAND MONTESSORI ACADEMY Novi 4.2 mi
James R Geisler Middle School Commerce Township 3.8 mi 5.4
Dublin Elementary White Lake 4.4 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48390 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,411

Median Home Value

$287,900

Median Rent

$1,575/mo

Population

24,118

College Educated

42.6%

Homeownership

73.1%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.6%

Median Age

43.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oakley Park Elementary School

What grades does Oakley Park Elementary School serve?

Oakley Park Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Oakley Park Elementary School?

Oakley Park Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 370 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakley Park Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Oakley Park Elementary School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oakley Park Elementary School rank in MI?

Oakley Park Elementary School ranks #141 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Oakley Park Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oakley Park Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Oakley Park Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oakley Park Elementary School has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Oakley Park Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Oakley Park Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

22.4% of students at Oakley Park 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
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
370
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
22.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Oakland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.1%

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