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#355 of 462 private schools in MI

Upland Hills School

Elementary School

2575 INDIAN LAKE RD, Oxford, MI 48370

Private

Enrollment

86

Student-Teacher

6.8:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#355 of 462

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Upland Hills School

5.4/10

Elementary School in Oxford · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.9/10

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About Upland Hills School

Upland Hills School is a private elementary school in Oxford, MI. Upland Hills School serves approximately 86 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Upland Hills School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #355 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it compares0.7 pts below MI schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 86 students, Upland Hills School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 6.8:1 students to teachers, Upland Hills School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Upland Hills School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Upland Hills School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Oxford, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.8:1
This School
vs
15.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
86
This School
vs
511
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.4
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 98.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.2% vs 0%
Upland Hills School Oxford Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Upland Hills School (this school) 5.4
Oxford Crossroads Day School 6.9
Oxford Middle School 6.7
Lakeville Elementary School 6.0
Oxford Virtual Academy 5.8
Daniel Axford Elementary School 7.2
Oxford Elementary School 6.0
Kingsbury Country Day School 7.8
Clear Lake Elementary School 6.7

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MI.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
D 1.4 / 10
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School Day Length 6.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 961
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 2%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
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Enrollment 86
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in MI

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 98.8%
Hispanic 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2575 INDIAN LAKE RD, Oxford, MI 48370

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Upland Hills School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Blanche Sims Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Lake Orion), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kingsbury Country Day School (rated 7.8/10, 4.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Delta Kelly Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Oakland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oxford, see our Oxford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Oakview Middle School Oakland 1.6 mi 7.9
Oxford Crossroads Day School Oxford 2.1 mi 6.9
Blanche Sims Elementary School Lake Orion 2.4 mi 7.8
Oxford Middle School Oxford 2.5 mi 6.7
Oxford Bridges High School Oxford 2.5 mi 7.1
Lakeville Elementary School Oxford 2.6 mi 6.0
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Lake Orion 3.0 mi 5.5
Delta Kelly Elementary School Oakland 4.4 mi 7.3
Lake Orion Community High School Lake Orion 4.1 mi 8.3
Oxford Virtual Academy Oxford 3.4 mi 5.8
Kingsbury Country Day School Oxford 4.6 mi 7.8
Learning Options High School Lake Orion 4.3 mi 7.8
Stadium Drive Elementary School Lake Orion 4.3 mi 7.0
Scripps Middle School Lake Orion 4.3 mi 8.2
LAKE ORION BAPTIST SCHOOL Lake Orion 4.4 mi 6.9
Daniel Axford Elementary School Oxford 3.8 mi 7.2
Baldwin Elementary School Rochester 5.0 mi 7.3
Oxford High School Oxford 4.2 mi 7.6
Oxford Elementary School Oxford 4.0 mi 6.0
Pine Tree Center Lake Orion 4.3 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48370 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$121,417

Median Home Value

$393,400

Population

1,845

College Educated

48%

Homeownership

98.3%

Poverty Rate

1.8%

Median Age

38.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Upland Hills School

What grades does Upland Hills School serve?

Upland Hills School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Upland Hills School?

Upland Hills School has an enrollment of approximately 86 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Upland Hills School?

The student-teacher ratio at Upland Hills School is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Upland Hills School rank in MI?

Upland Hills School ranks #355 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is Upland Hills School's MySchoolScout rating?

Upland Hills School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Upland Hills School a private school?

Yes, Upland Hills School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Upland Hills School a religious school?

No, Upland Hills School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
86
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.2 hours
Days Per Year
155 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Oakland County

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