Serving 758 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Orville C Krause Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 758 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Orville C Krause Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Orville C Krause Elementary School's student population of 758 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
758 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
To Promote a Culture of Curiosity and Learning.
School Rankings
Orville C Krause 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 Orville C Krause Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#406 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
97%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Orville C Krause Elementary School's ranking?
Orville C Krause Elementary School is ranked #406 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Orville C Krause Elementary School often compared to?
Orville C Krause Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Will L Lee School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Orville C Krause Elementary School?
758 students attend Orville C Krause Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Orville C Krause Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Orville C Krause Elementary School?
Orville C Krause Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Orville C Krause Elementary School offer ?
Orville C Krause Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Orville C Krause Elementary School part of?
Orville C Krause Elementary School is part of Armada Area Schools School District.
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