Average
#2423 of 3,192 schools in MI
R Grant Graham Elem School
Elementary School · Avondale School District
2450 OLD SALEM RD, Auburn Hills, MI 48326
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,423 of 3,192
In Auburn Hills
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
Avondale School District
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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R Grant Graham Elem School
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About R Grant Graham Elem School
R Grant Graham Elem School is a public elementary school in Auburn Hills, MI, part of Avondale School District. R Grant Graham Elem School serves approximately 430 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. R Grant Graham Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,423 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for R Grant Graham Elem School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at R Grant Graham Elem 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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R Grant Graham Elem School — Students at R Grant Graham Elem School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 3.0/10.
How R Grant Graham Elem School Compares
See how R Grant Graham Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2450 OLD SALEM RD, Auburn Hills, MI 48326
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering R Grant Graham Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eastover Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Bloomfld Hls), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST HUGO OF THE HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Bloomfield Hills), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Rogers School (rated 3.2/10, 3.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Auburn Hills, see our Auburn Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Avondale High School Auburn Hills | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Arts and Technology Academy of Pontiac Pontiac | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Auburn Elementary School Auburn Hills | 0.6 mi | 3.1 |
| International Academy Bloomfield Hills | 1.7 mi | 9.7 |
| Eastover Elementary School Bloomfld Hls | 1.9 mi | 9.1 |
| ONE SCHOOL GLOBAL Bloomfield Township | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| ST HUGO OF THE HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bloomfield Hills | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Herrington School Pontiac | 2.1 mi | 2.6 |
| ROEPER CITY & COUNTRY SCHOOL Bloomfield Hills | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| HAVENWYCK SCHOOL Auburn Hills | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| North Hills Middle School Bloomfield Hills | 2.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Flex High School of Pontiac Pontiac | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Great Lakes Academy Pontiac | 2.4 mi | 3.0 |
| Pontiac Middle School Pontiac | 3.1 mi | 4.9 |
| ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Bloomfield Hills | 3.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Pontiac High School Pontiac | 3.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Pontiac Academy for Student Success Pontiac | 3.2 mi | — |
| NOTRE DAME PREPARATORY SCHOOL AND MARIST ACADEMY Pontiac | 3.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Rogers School Auburn Hills | 3.8 mi | 3.2 |
| BLOOMFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bloomfield Hills | 3.4 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48326 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,468
Median Home Value
$235,300
Median Rent
$1,411/mo
Population
24,488
College Educated
47.5%
Homeownership
51.5%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
37.1
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| Angling Road Elementary School Portage, MI | 5.1 |
| Beal City Elementary School Mt. Pleasant, MI | 5.1 |
| Bean Elementary School Spring Arbor, MI | 5.1 |
| Brown City Elementary School Brown City, MI | 5.1 |
| Central Elementary School Flushing, MI | 5.1 |
| Elmwood Elementary School Lansing, MI | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about R Grant Graham Elem School
What grades does R Grant Graham Elem School serve?
R Grant Graham Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend R Grant Graham Elem School?
R Grant Graham Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 430 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at R Grant Graham Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at R Grant Graham Elem School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does R Grant Graham Elem School rank in MI?
R Grant Graham Elem School ranks #2,423 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is R Grant Graham Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
R Grant Graham Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 R Grant Graham Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, R Grant Graham Elem School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is R Grant Graham Elem School a charter school?
No, R Grant Graham Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is R Grant Graham Elem School a Title I school?
No, R Grant Graham Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for R Grant Graham Elem School?
61.2% of students at R Grant Graham Elem 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 430
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Oakland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.5%
- Phone
- (248) 537-6800
Resources & Links
District
Avondale School District- District Enrollment
- 3,837
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,600
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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