Orville C Krause Elementary School

Orville C Krause Elementary School serves 758 students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Armada, Michigan. It earns a composite score of 9.1 out of 10 — an Exceptional rating — and ranks 60th among 3,190 public schools statewide, placing it in the top 2% of all Michigan schools. Academic performance and student growth both drive that standing.

The school posts an academic score of 8.7, reflecting solid proficiency outcomes across its grade bands, while a growth score of 9.4 signals that students are making consistent, measurable gains year over year. Among Michigan elementary schools specifically, Krause ranks 52nd of 1,602 — a narrow tier that very few schools reach. A student-teacher ratio of 16.5:1 keeps classes manageable at this 758-student campus, supporting the kind of targeted instruction that likely sustains those strong growth outcomes.

Krause is also the top-ranked public school among the three serving Armada, making it the clear academic leader in the local area. For families choosing where to enroll, it offers something uncommon: a neighborhood public elementary that competes with the best schools in Michigan.

Located in a rural area, Orville C Krause Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.