Serving 520 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Orion Oaks Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orion Oaks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Orion Oaks Elementary School's student population of 520 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
520 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 23, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. May 29, 2026
School Rankings
Orion Oaks Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Orion Oaks Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#603 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
70%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
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 Orion Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Orion Oaks Elementary School is ranked #603 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Orion Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
Orion Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Webber School, Carpenter Elementary School, Paint Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Orion Oaks Elementary School?
520 students attend Orion Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Orion Oaks Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orion Oaks Elementary School?
Orion Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Orion Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Orion Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Orion Oaks Elementary School part of?
Orion Oaks Elementary School is part of Lake Orion Community Schools School District.
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