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#148 of 3,190 schools in MI

Top 5% in state

Village Oaks Elementary School

Elementary School · Novi Community School District

23333 Willowbrook, Novi, MI 48375

Enrollment

515

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan elementary schools

#100 of 1,602

In district

#2 of 8

Novi Community School District

Equity

9.7 / 10

Exceptional

About Village Oaks Elementary School

Village Oaks Elementary School is a public elementary school in Novi, MI, part of the Novi Community School District. The school serves approximately 515 students in grades Kindergarten – 4th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.3:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.7/10, placing it in the 95.4th percentile among MI schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 74% proficiency in math, 37 points above the state average and 69% in reading/language arts, 26 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.4/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $112,978, where 63% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a small city setting.

What's said publicly about Village Oaks Elementary School

Sources: School's website

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Village Oaks Elementary School is part of the Novi Community School District in Michigan. The district website lists a VO Run Club event scheduled for Village Oaks Elementary on May 4 and May 5, running from 4:00 PM to 5:15 PM 1 . The Novi Community School District states that all of its schools earned an A+ rating from Niche.com 1 . The district serves K-12 students and provides iPads for kindergarten and first-grade students, while students in grades 2-12 are issued Chromebooks for use at school or home 1 . It is also designated as a Bring Your Own Device District 1 . The district's mission focuses on rigorous academics and whole-person development, with a strategic plan approved for 2024-2027 1 .
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  1. www.novi.k12.mi.us
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Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.1 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.5Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74%
Reading/ELA Proficiency71.2%
Math vs. State Avg+32.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+29.3 pts
Overall Proficiency73%
Expected (poverty-adj.)62%
vs. Expected+11.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,933

Village Oaks Elementary School — Students at Village Oaks Elementary School score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 74.4%
School
State
37.8%
ELA Proficiency 68.9%
School
State
43.3%

Based on 10 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
74.3%
ELA
71.8%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Village Oaks Elementary School Compares

See how Village Oaks Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
95th percentile in MI
Academic
9.5/10
9.5/10
Growth
8.4/10
Above average
Environment
8.4/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
20%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers

Location

23333 Willowbrook, Novi, MI 48375

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Village Oaks Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Silver Springs Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Northville), with a very similar rating. Another option is Amerman Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Northville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Longacre Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Farmington), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Novi, see our Novi schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Orchard Hills Elementary School Novi 0.8 mi 7.4
Oakland FlexTech High School Farmington Hills 1.1 mi 6.6
Career Preparation Novi 1.7 mi
Novi Adult Transition Center Novi 1.7 mi
SUNDAI MICHIGAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Novi 1.6 mi
Silver Springs Elementary School Northville 2.3 mi 8.9
Livonia Transition Program Livonia 2.7 mi
Hillside Elementary School Farmington Hills 2.3 mi 7.1
Hawthorn Center Northville 2.9 mi
Amerman Elementary School Northville 2.4 mi 8.5
NOVI NORTHVILLE MONTESSORI CENTER Farmington Hills 2.6 mi
Novi High School Novi 2.3 mi 8.7
Hillside Middle School Northville 2.6 mi 7.0
Meadowbrook Elementary School Novi 3.3 mi 4.8
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Northville 2.7 mi 7.0
Cooke School Northville 2.7 mi 7.7
NORTHVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Northville 3.5 mi 5.2
NOVI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Novi 3.6 mi 7.7
Novi Meadows School Novi 2.8 mi 7.3
Longacre Elementary School Farmington 2.7 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48375 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$112,978

Median Home Value

$348,900

Median Rent

$1,880/mo

Population

23,927

College Educated

62.8%

Homeownership

71.1%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

41.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding Village Oaks Elementary School has a median household income of $112,978. It is a well-educated community where 63% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $348,900, with a median rent of $1,880/month. The local poverty rate of 4.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bingham Farms Elementary School Bingham Farms, MI 8.7
Brendel Elementary School Grand Blanc, MI 8.7
Brown Elementary School New Boston, MI 8.7
Bursley School Jenison, MI 8.7
Clarkston Elementary School Clarkston, MI 8.7
Dorr School Dorr, MI 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Village Oaks Elementary School

What grades does Village Oaks Elementary School serve?

Village Oaks Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Village Oaks Elementary School?

Village Oaks Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 515 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Village Oaks Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Village Oaks Elementary School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Village Oaks Elementary School rank in MI?

Village Oaks Elementary School is ranked #148 out of 3,190 schools in MI.

What is Village Oaks Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Village Oaks Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Village Oaks Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Village Oaks Elementary School has 74.4% math proficiency and 68.9% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Village Oaks Elementary School a charter school?

No, Village Oaks Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Village Oaks Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Village Oaks Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Village Oaks Elementary School?

20.2% of students at Village 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (755/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Novi). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Oakland County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Novi Community School District
District Enrollment
6,720
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,191
District Rank
#2 of 8

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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