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#771 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 24% in state

Oakman Elementary School

Elementary School · Dearborn City School District

7545 CHASE RD, Dearborn, MI 48126

Enrollment

265

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#771 of 3,192

In Dearborn

#11 of 39

public schools

In district

#11 of 36

Dearborn City School District

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Oakman Elementary School

7.3/10

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

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About Oakman Elementary School

Oakman Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dearborn, MI, part of Dearborn City School District. Oakman Elementary School serves approximately 265 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakman Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #771 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Oakman Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.74 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-17.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.8 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)14% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+21.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,437
Chronic Absenteeism20.8%

Oakman Elementary School — Students at Oakman Elementary School score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

97.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 36.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 47.7% (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
77%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
23.4%
ELA
43.9%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Oakman Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.3/10
76th percentile in MI
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
97%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.8%

Location

7545 CHASE RD, Dearborn, MI 48126

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oakman Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lowrey Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Maples Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, McCollough Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Dearborn, see our Dearborn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC ACADEMY Detroit 0.4 mi 6.7
Unis Middle School Dearborn 0.4 mi 6.8
Maples Elementary School Dearborn 0.4 mi 7.2
McCollough Elementary School Dearborn 0.4 mi 7.0
Riverside Academy West Campus Dearborn 0.8 mi 7.1
Lowrey Middle School Dearborn 0.8 mi 6.7
Lowrey Elementary School Dearborn 0.9 mi 7.3
William Ford Elementary School Dearborn 1.1 mi 6.7
Gardner Elementary School Detroit 0.9 mi 6.1
TOT TOWN CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Detroit 1.1 mi
Fordson High School Dearborn 1.1 mi 7.8
Detroit Premier Academy Detroit 1.0 mi 3.7
Riverside Academy Dearborn 1.1 mi 5.4
Iris Becker Elementary School Dearborn 1.1 mi 6.4
Woodworth Middle School Dearborn 1.6 mi 5.7
Academy for Business and Technology Elementary Dearborn 1.5 mi 2.4
GREAT REVELATIONS ACADEMY Dearborn 1.3 mi 6.9
Henderson Academy Detroit 1.6 mi 6.1
McDonald Elementary School Dearborn 1.4 mi 6.0
Miller Elementary School Dearborn 1.9 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,353

Median Home Value

$200,600

Median Rent

$1,222/mo

Population

52,075

College Educated

24.4%

Homeownership

57%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

35.6%

Median Age

28.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oakman Elementary School

What grades does Oakman Elementary School serve?

Oakman Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Oakman Elementary School?

Oakman Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 265 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakman Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Oakman Elementary School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oakman Elementary School rank in MI?

Oakman Elementary School ranks #771 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Oakman Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oakman Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Oakman Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oakman Elementary School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Oakman Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Oakman Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

97.4% of students at Oakman 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
78 Very Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
265
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
97.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.8%

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