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#367 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 12% in state

Orchard Hills Elementary School

Elementary School · Novi Community School District

41900 QUINCE DR, Novi, MI 48375

Enrollment

425

Student-Teacher

18.5:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#367 of 3,192

In Novi

#9 of 11

public schools

In district

#8 of 8

Novi Community School District

Equity

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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8.0/10

Elementary School in Novi · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Orchard Hills Elementary School

Orchard Hills Elementary School is a public elementary school in Novi, MI, part of Novi Community School District. Orchard Hills Elementary School serves approximately 425 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Orchard Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #367 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Orchard Hills Elementary School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.3
  • 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-1.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+27 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22.4 pts
Overall Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,191
Chronic Absenteeism18.6%

Orchard Hills Elementary School — Students at Orchard Hills Elementary School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

24.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 75.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
39.5% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 69.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
42.8% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 32 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
92%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
69.3%
ELA
64.4%

* 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 Orchard Hills Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.0/10
89th percentile in MI
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
25%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

Location

41900 QUINCE DR, Novi, MI 48375

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Orchard Hills Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Amerman Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Northville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Village Oaks Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Parkview Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Novi, see our Novi schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
SUNDAI MICHIGAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Novi 0.8 mi
Village Oaks Elementary School Novi 0.8 mi 8.6
Career Preparation Novi 1.4 mi
Novi Adult Transition Center Novi 1.4 mi
Novi High School Novi 1.5 mi 9.2
Silver Springs Elementary School Northville 2.3 mi 7.6
Amerman Elementary School Northville 2.1 mi 9.1
Hillside Middle School Northville 2.2 mi 8.4
Novi Meadows School Novi 2.0 mi 8.2
Novi Woods Elementary School Novi 2.0 mi 8.1
Cooke School Northville 2.2 mi 5.9
Oakland FlexTech High School Farmington Hills 1.9 mi 7.9
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Northville 2.4 mi 7.0
Parkview Elementary School Novi 2.2 mi 8.6
Meadowbrook Elementary School Novi 3.0 mi 5.5
Thornton Creek Elementary School Novi 2.3 mi 8.3
OAKLAND MONTESSORI ACADEMY Novi 3.2 mi
OUR LADY OF VICTORY Northville 3.0 mi 5.4
NOVI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Novi 3.4 mi 7.7
Livonia Transition Program Livonia 3.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48375 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$112,978

Median Home Value

$348,900

Median Rent

$1,880/mo

Population

23,927

College Educated

62.8%

Homeownership

71.1%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

41.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Orchard Hills Elementary School

What grades does Orchard Hills Elementary School serve?

Orchard Hills Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Orchard Hills Elementary School?

Orchard Hills Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 425 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Orchard Hills Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Orchard Hills Elementary School is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Orchard Hills Elementary School rank in MI?

Orchard Hills Elementary School ranks #367 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Orchard Hills Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Orchard Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Orchard Hills Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Orchard Hills Elementary School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Orchard Hills Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Orchard Hills Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

24.7% of students at Orchard Hills 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
53 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
24.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Oakland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.6%

District

Novi Community School District
District Enrollment
6,720
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,191
District Rank
#8 of 8

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