Very Good
#937 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 29% in state
River Oaks Elementary School
Elementary School · Dearborn City School District
20755 ANN ARBOR TRL, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
Enrollment
382
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
382
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#937 of 3,192
In Dearborn Heights
#4 of 20
public schools
In district
#15 of 36
Dearborn City School District
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About River Oaks Elementary School
River Oaks Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dearborn Heights, MI, part of Dearborn City School District. River Oaks Elementary School serves approximately 382 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. River Oaks Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #937 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for River Oaks Elementary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at River Oaks Elementary 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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River Oaks Elementary School — Students at River Oaks Elementary School score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.3%
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: 6.0/10.
How River Oaks Elementary School Compares
See how River Oaks Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
20755 ANN ARBOR TRL, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering River Oaks Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Howard Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Dearborn), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ANSELM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Dixon Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Detroit), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dearborn Heights, see our Dearborn Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,084
Median Home Value
$217,000
Median Rent
$1,231/mo
Population
39,943
College Educated
28.8%
Homeownership
72.8%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Median Age
34.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| Adams Elementary School Midland, MI | 7.1 |
| Bagley Elementary School of Journalism and Technology Detroit, MI | 7.1 |
| Clara B Bolen Elementary School Tawas City, MI | 7.1 |
| Dean A Naldrett School Chesterfield, MI | 7.1 |
| East Jordan Elementary School East Jordan, MI | 7.1 |
| Elsa Meyer Elementary School Corunna, MI | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about River Oaks Elementary School
What grades does River Oaks Elementary School serve?
River Oaks Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend River Oaks Elementary School?
River Oaks Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 382 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at River Oaks Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at River Oaks Elementary 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 River Oaks Elementary School rank in MI?
River Oaks Elementary School ranks #937 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is River Oaks Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
River Oaks Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 River Oaks Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, River Oaks Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is River Oaks Elementary School a charter school?
No, River Oaks Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is River Oaks Elementary School a Title I school?
No, River Oaks Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for River Oaks Elementary School?
90.3% of students at River Oaks 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 382
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.2%
- Phone
- (313) 827-6750
Resources & Links
District
Dearborn City School District- District Enrollment
- 19,621
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,437
- District Rank
- #15 of 36
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