Below Average
#2613 of 3,192 schools in MI
Oakridge Middle School
School · Oakridge Public Schools
251 SOUTH WOLF LAKE RD, Muskegon, MI 49442
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
3rd – 12th
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
3rd – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,613 of 3,192
In Muskegon
#28 of 39
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Oakridge Public Schools
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About Oakridge Middle School
Oakridge Middle School is a public school in Muskegon, MI, part of Oakridge Public Schools. Oakridge Middle School serves approximately 270 students, and covers grades 3rd-12th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakridge Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,613 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Oakridge Middle School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- MI avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
41% of students at Oakridge Middle 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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Oakridge Middle School — Students at Oakridge Middle School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 6.2/10.
How Oakridge Middle School Compares
See how Oakridge Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
251 SOUTH WOLF LAKE RD, Muskegon, MI 49442
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oakridge Middle School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Wesley School (rated 6.1/10, 5.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cardinal Elementary (rated 4.5/10, 3.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Muskegon, see our Muskegon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oakridge High School Muskegon | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Oakridge Fusion Muskegon | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Oakridge Upper Elementary School Muskegon | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Oakridge Lower Elementary School Muskegon | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Orchard View Early Elementary Muskegon | 3.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Timberland Academy Muskegon | 3.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Orchard View Middle School Muskegon | 3.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Cardinal Elementary Muskegon | 3.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Orchard View High School Muskegon | 4.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Beach Elementary School Muskegon | 5.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Orchard View Community Education Muskegon | 4.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Muskegon Middle School Muskegon | 5.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Shettler School Muskegon | 6.4 mi | 7.8 |
| LAKESHORE LEARNING CENTER Muskegon | 5.6 mi | — |
| Wesley School Muskegon | 5.7 mi | 6.1 |
| ReethsPuffer High School Muskegon | 5.9 mi | 6.7 |
| MUSKEGON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Muskegon | 5.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Three Oaks Public School Academy Muskegon | 5.9 mi | 4.4 |
| ReethsPuffer Elementary School Muskegon | 6.1 mi | 5.2 |
| ReethsPuffer Intermediate Sch Muskegon | 6.2 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49442 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,069
Median Home Value
$116,100
Median Rent
$889/mo
Population
44,412
College Educated
11.1%
Homeownership
69.6%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
36.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oakridge Middle School
What grades does Oakridge Middle School serve?
Oakridge Middle School serves students in grades 3rd through 12th.
How many students attend Oakridge Middle School?
Oakridge Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 270 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakridge Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Oakridge Middle School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oakridge Middle School rank in MI?
Oakridge Middle School ranks #2,613 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Oakridge Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Oakridge Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Oakridge Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oakridge Middle School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Oakridge Middle School a charter school?
No, Oakridge Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oakridge Middle School a Title I school?
No, Oakridge Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oakridge Middle School?
59.6% of students at Oakridge Middle 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 3rd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 270
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Muskegon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.7%
- Phone
- (231) 788-7400
Resources & Links
District
Oakridge Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 1,848
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,103
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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