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Ojibwa Elementary School

Elementary School · Chippewa Valley Schools

46950 HEYDENREICH, Macomb, MI 48044

Enrollment

635

Student-Teacher

19.2:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,908 of 3,192

In Macomb

#11 of 15

public schools

In district

#10 of 20

Chippewa Valley Schools

Equity

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Ojibwa Elementary School

5.9/10

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

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About Ojibwa Elementary School

Ojibwa Elementary School is a public elementary school in Macomb, MI, part of Chippewa Valley Schools. Ojibwa Elementary School serves approximately 635 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ojibwa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,908 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Ojibwa Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+3.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.4 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,811
Chronic Absenteeism29.3%

Ojibwa Elementary School — Students at Ojibwa Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
36.6% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 60.8% (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
94%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
44%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
44%
2022
Math
45.3%
ELA
50.3%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Ojibwa Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
40th percentile in MI
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.3%

Location

46950 HEYDENREICH, Macomb, MI 48044

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ojibwa Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shawnee Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sequoyah Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cheyenne Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Macomb, see our Macomb schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Glen H Peters School Macomb 0.1 mi 7.9
Seneca Middle School Macomb 0.2 mi 6.3
Cheyenne Elementary School Macomb 0.4 mi 7.3
Dakota High School Macomb 0.3 mi 7.1
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Macomb 1.0 mi 5.0
Mohawk Elementary School Macomb 1.3 mi 5.9
Iroquois Middle School Macomb 1.4 mi 5.1
Shawnee Elementary School Macomb 1.9 mi 7.8
Cherokee Elementary School Clinton Twp 2.0 mi 5.3
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS ACADEMY Clinton Township 2.0 mi 5.7
Fox Elementary School Macomb 1.7 mi 6.2
Macomb County Juvenile Justice Center School Mount Clemens 2.2 mi
Chippewa Valley Adult and Mohegan Alt Educ Clinton Twp 2.4 mi 5.8
International Academy of Macomb Clinton Twp 2.3 mi 8.0
Lutz School for Work Experience Clinton Township 2.5 mi 5.6
Erie Elementary School Clinton Twp 2.5 mi 5.8
Chippewa Valley High School Clinton Twp 2.4 mi 6.5
Atwood Elementary School Macomb 2.2 mi 5.5
High School North Macomb 2.3 mi 7.4
Sequoyah Elementary School Macomb 3.0 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48044 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,664

Median Home Value

$349,400

Median Rent

$1,340/mo

Population

58,631

College Educated

36.2%

Homeownership

89.5%

Avg Commute

28.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

39.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ojibwa Elementary School

What grades does Ojibwa Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Ojibwa Elementary School?

Ojibwa Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 635 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Ojibwa Elementary School is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ojibwa Elementary School rank in MI?

Ojibwa Elementary School ranks #1,908 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Ojibwa Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ojibwa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Ojibwa Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ojibwa Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Ojibwa Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Ojibwa Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

45.0% of students at Ojibwa 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
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
635
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Macomb County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.3%

District

Chippewa Valley Schools
District Enrollment
14,505
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,811
District Rank
#10 of 20

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