Serving 541 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Oakridge Lower Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakridge Lower Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Oakridge Lower Elementary School's student population of 541 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oakridge Lower Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakridge Lower Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1738 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
76%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakridge Lower Elementary School's ranking?
Oakridge Lower Elementary School is ranked #1738 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Oakridge Lower Elementary School?
541 students attend Oakridge Lower Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Oakridge Lower Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakridge Lower Elementary School?
Oakridge Lower Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oakridge Lower Elementary School offer ?
Oakridge Lower Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakridge Lower Elementary School part of?
Oakridge Lower Elementary School is part of Oakridge School District.
In what neighborhood is Oakridge Lower Elementary School located?
Oakridge Lower Elementary School is located in the Wolf Lake neighborhood of Muskegon, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Wolf Lake.
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