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Strange School
Elementary School · Oneida Township S/D #3
8981 ONEIDA RD, Grand Ledge, MI 48837
Enrollment
29
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
29
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Strange School
Strange School is a public elementary school in Grand Ledge, MI, part of the Oneida Township S/D #3. The school serves approximately 29 students in grades Kindergarten – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 9.7:1. Students demonstrate 35% proficiency in math, 1 points below the state average and 59% in reading/language arts, 16 points above the state average.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $93,161, where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 29 students, Strange School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.7:1, Strange School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Strange 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 29 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Address
- 8981 ONEIDA RD, Grand Ledge, MI 48837
- Phone
- (517) 541-8760
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 10 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 75% (2019) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 75% (2019) to 46.43% (2022).
Location
8981 ONEIDA RD, Grand Ledge, MI 48837
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Strange School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dimondale Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Dimondale). Another option is ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 3.7 miles away). Additionally, Galewood Early Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Charlotte). For more schools in Grand Ledge, see our Grand Ledge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48837 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,161
Median Home Value
$239,300
Median Rent
$1,034/mo
Population
19,822
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
81.9%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Median Age
42.8
Community Profile
The community surrounding Strange School has a median household income of $93,161. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $239,300, with a median rent of $1,034/month. The local poverty rate of 3.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Strange School
What grades does Strange School serve?
Strange School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Strange School?
Strange School has an enrollment of approximately 29 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Strange School?
The student-teacher ratio at Strange School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Strange School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Strange School has 35.0% math proficiency and 59.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Strange School a charter school?
No, Strange School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Strange School a Title I school?
No, Strange School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Strange School?
37.9% of students at Strange 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
- City Safety
- Elevated (707/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Grand Ledge). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 29
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Eaton County
- Phone
- (517) 541-8760
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Oneida Township S/D #3- District Enrollment
- 29
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,424
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