Oakridge Public Schools


Summary:

The Oakridge Public Schools district in Michigan consists of 5 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school, serving students from a range of socioeconomic backgrounds. While Oakridge High School stands out as a strong performer, with a high graduation rate and solid test scores, the district's elementary and middle schools generally lag behind state and district averages in academic proficiency. The alternative school, Oakridge Fusion, faces significant challenges, including a high dropout rate and chronic absenteeism.

Across the district, the schools have a predominantly white student population, raising questions about equity and access to educational opportunities for minority students. Additionally, the high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch suggest that the district faces significant socioeconomic challenges, which may be contributing to the lower academic performance observed in the elementary and middle schools. The inconsistent performance of Oakridge Upper Elementary School and Oakridge High School over the years also highlights the need for the district to closely monitor and address the factors influencing school performance.

Overall, the Oakridge Public Schools district presents a mixed picture, with a standout high school but significant challenges in the elementary and middle schools, as well as the alternative school. Addressing these disparities and ensuring equitable access to quality education should be a priority for the district to support the academic and personal growth of all its students.

District Detail

 275 S Wolf Lake Rd
Muskegon, MI 49442-3029

 (231) 788-7100

SchoolDigger Rank:
445th of 610 Michigan districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 1,863

Primary Schools: 2
Middle Schools: 0
High Schools: 2
Alternative Schools: 1
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Michigan Department of Education.

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