West Oakview Elementary School

Summary:

West Oakview Elementary School is a public elementary school serving 255 students in grades PK-4 in the Northview Public Schools district in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This school consistently outperforms its district and the state of Michigan in academic achievement, particularly for its diverse and economically disadvantaged student population.

West Oakview Elementary School stands out for its strong academic performance, with over 50% of 3rd and 4th graders proficient or better in M-Step English Language Arts and Math, significantly higher than the district and state averages. Despite having a high percentage of students from low socioeconomic backgrounds, the school's low-income students perform exceptionally well, ranking in the top 107 out of 1,350 Michigan elementary schools for this subgroup. The school's diverse student population, with 70.2% White, 6.67% African American, 10.98% Hispanic, and 11.76% two or more races, also demonstrates strong performance across different racial subgroups.

While West Oakview Elementary faces challenges with increasing chronic absenteeism, the school has shown consistent improvement over the past several years, moving from a 2-star to a 4-star rating. This progress suggests the school is effectively addressing areas for improvement and providing a quality education to its students. Compared to nearby schools, West Oakview outperforms its neighbors East Oakview and North Oakview, but lags behind the highly-ranked Orchard View Elementary School in the Forest Hills Public Schools district.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-4

 3880 Stuyvesant Ave NE
       Grand Rapids, MI  49525-2228


(616) 361-3470

District: Northview Public Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
385th of 1,486 Michigan Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $17,073 Help


Students who attend West Oakview Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:    Crossroads Middle School
    Highlands School
High:    Northview High School

Student/teacher ratio:  10.3 Help
Number of students:  255

Racial breakdown:

White:
70.2%
Two or more races:
11.8%
Hispanic:
11.0%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  54.9% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details West Oakview Elementary School ranks better than 74.1% of elementary schools in Michigan. It also ranks first among 3 ranked elementary schools in the Northview Public Schools District! (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 71.23. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details West Oakview Elementary School has the smallest elementary school student body size in the Northview Public Schools District. Racial makeup is: White (70.2%), two or more races (11.8%), Hispanic (11%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 54.9% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. This is the highest percentage in the Northview Public Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at West Oakview Elementary School is 10.3, which is the lowest among 3 elementary schools in the Northview Public Schools District! (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at West Oakview Elementary School is $17,073, which is the highest among 3 elementary schools in the Northview Public Schools District!
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

West Oakview Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks West Oakview Elementary School 385th of 1486 Michigan public elementary schools. (See West Oakview Elementary School in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Northview Public Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Northview Public Schools 194th of 610 Michigan school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for West Oakview Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at West Oakview Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 61.88 672nd 1545 56.5%
2007 66.51 550th 1565 64.9%
2008 80.71 185th 1577 88.3%
2009 79.21 223rd 1589 86.0%
2010 75.21 306th 1552 80.3%
2011 60.98 754th 1552 51.4%
2012 65.39 518th 1566 66.9%
2013 70.99 423rd 1563 72.9%
2014 51.11 815th 1533 46.8%
2015 42.72 958th 1580 39.4%
2016 50.74 779th 1548 49.7%
2017 48.53 707th 1466 51.8%
2018 57.29 660th 1448 54.4%
2019 68.02 398th 1408 71.7%
2021 44.98 592nd 1153 48.7%
2022 64.47 418th 1344 68.9%
2023 75.93 316th 1470 78.5%
2024 71.23 385th 1486 74.1%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at West Oakview Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 67.21 366th 1397 73.8%
2019 72.17 207th 1134 81.7%
2021 45.98 391st 749 47.8%
2022 63.62 321st 1099 70.8%
2023 84.87 107th 1350 92.1%
2024 66.93 333rd 1381 75.9%
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Rank History for Female students at West Oakview Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 63.60 519th 1443 64.0%
2019 71.10 278th 1171 76.3%
2021 58.56 309th 902 65.7%
2022 57.04 421st 1106 61.9%
2023 63.85 401st 1321 69.6%
2024 56.73 521st 1342 61.2%
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Rank History for Male students at West Oakview Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 48.49 779th 1446 46.1%
2019 56.07 492nd 1196 58.9%
2021 20.78 769th 915 16.0%
2022 59.72 421st 1139 63.0%
2023 76.26 268th 1334 79.9%
2024 74.28 284th 1347 78.9%
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Rank History for White students at West Oakview Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MI State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 58.92 496th 1253 60.4%
2019 65.58 352nd 1128 68.8%
2021 46.18 515th 1005 48.8%
2022 60.24 410th 1102 62.8%
2023 75.87 246th 1198 79.5%
2024 69.25 326th 1204 72.9%
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Data source: test scores: Michigan Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Michigan Department of Education

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Reviews:
by a parent
Friday, January 27, 2012

Open Quote West Oakview is the most amazing elementary school! I have never experienced a more engaged, caring staff. They have without exception gone above and beyond what anyone's expectations could be to enable my children to be successful and feel valued. There is not one thing I would change and feel so grateful that my children are in such a wonderful school and school district. Close Quote



Enrollment information for West Oakview Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 251 8 5 2 0 n/a n/a 0 266
1989 262 11 4 3 0 n/a n/a 0 280
1990 279 8 6 3 0 n/a n/a 0 296
1991 247 8 7 6 1 n/a n/a 5 274
1992 246 5 8 6 0 n/a n/a 0 265
1993 234 9 4 6 0 n/a n/a 0 253
1994 259 5 2 11 0 n/a n/a 0 277
1995 248 7 2 8 0 n/a n/a 0 265
1996 248 7 2 8 0 n/a n/a 0 265
1997 265 4 3 7 0 n/a n/a -3 276
1998 286 5 1 11 1 n/a n/a -24 280
1999 222 6 2 9 0 n/a n/a 0 239
2000 178 6 2 9 2 n/a n/a 31 228
2001 213 13 1 15 1 n/a n/a 0 243
2002 255 21 2 15 5 n/a n/a 0 298
2003 255 21 2 15 5 n/a n/a 0 298
2004 259 29 1 17 3 n/a n/a 0 309
2005 255 31 2 14 3 n/a n/a 0 305
2006 192 13 0 12 2 n/a n/a 0 219
2007 222 14 0 15 0 n/a n/a 0 251
2008 181 20 n/a 20 n/a n/a n/a 16 237
2009 203 28 2 19 1 n/a n/a 16 269
2010 200 19 2 18 3 n/a n/a 8 250
2011 188 15 1 19 2 0 4 0 229
2012 190 25 1 26 3 1 8 0 254
2013 195 15 2 28 2 0 15 0 257
2014 185 21 3 33 3 0 16 0 261
2015 191 15 4 28 1 0 24 0 263
2016 199 16 4 27 1 0 25 0 272
2017 196 19 5 31 2 0 31 0 284
2018 185 19 6 36 2 0 27 0 275
2019 180 16 5 41 1 0 27 0 270
2020 214 18 5 46 0 0 32 0 315
2021 181 21 5 50 0 0 31 0 288
2022 179 15 2 36 1 0 26 0 259
2023 179 17 1 28 0 0 30 0 255

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at West Oakview Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 266 n/a n/a n/a
1989 280 n/a n/a 11.8
1990 296 47.0 6.2 10.1
1991 274 n/a n/a n/a
1992 265 n/a n/a n/a
1993 253 n/a 0.0 0
1994 277 14.7 18.8 11.6
1995 265 16.9 15.7 14
1996 265 16.9 15.7 14
1997 276 14.0 19.7 15.4
1998 280 17.0 16.5 14.8
1999 239 13.0 18.4 20.5
2000 228 17.3 11.4 31
2001 243 21.0 11.6 26.3
2002 298 17.3 17.2 25.2
2003 298 17.3 17.2 25.2
2004 309 6.5 47.5 25.2
2005 305 16.1 18.9 26.9
2006 219 15.9 13.8 35.6
2007 251 17.4 14.4 26.3
2008 237 19.9 11.9 38.9
2009 269 19.2 14.0 40.3
2010 250 20.7 12.0 55.4
2011 229 23.1 9.9 52.8
2012 254 22.9 11.0 55.5
2013 257 22.9 11.2 53.3
2014 261 25.4 10.2 57.9
2015 263 27.0 9.7 60.1
2016 272 25.0 10.8 58.1
2017 284 24.4 11.6 53.9
2018 275 22.0 12.5 58.9
2019 270 20.3 13.2 60.4
2020 315 22.1 14.2 60.6
2021 288 20.2 14.2 59.7
2022 259 18.7 13.8 51.7
2023 255 24.7 10.3 54.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio West Oakview Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 266 n/a n/a n/a
1989 280 n/a n/a 11.8
1990 296 47.0 6.2 10.1
1991 274 n/a n/a n/a
1992 265 n/a n/a n/a
1993 253 n/a 0.0 0
1994 277 14.7 18.8 11.6
1995 265 16.9 15.7 14
1996 265 16.9 15.7 14
1997 276 14.0 19.7 15.4
1998 280 17.0 16.5 14.8
1999 239 13.0 18.4 20.5
2000 228 17.3 11.4 31
2001 243 21.0 11.6 26.3
2002 298 17.3 17.2 25.2
2003 298 17.3 17.2 25.2
2004 309 6.5 47.5 25.2
2005 305 16.1 18.9 26.9
2006 219 15.9 13.8 35.6
2007 251 17.4 14.4 26.3
2008 237 19.9 11.9 38.9
2009 269 19.2 14.0 40.3
2010 250 20.7 12.0 55.4
2011 229 23.1 9.9 52.8
2012 254 22.9 11.0 55.5
2013 257 22.9 11.2 53.3
2014 261 25.4 10.2 57.9
2015 263 27.0 9.7 60.1
2016 272 25.0 10.8 58.1
2017 284 24.4 11.6 53.9
2018 275 22.0 12.5 58.9
2019 270 20.3 13.2 60.4
2020 315 22.1 14.2 60.6
2021 288 20.2 14.2 59.7
2022 259 18.7 13.8 51.7
2023 255 24.7 10.3 54.9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for West Oakview Elementary School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,224 (8.9%) $12,534 (91.1%) $13,758
2020 $1,330 (10.3%) $11,567 (89.7%) $12,897
2021 $2,058 (17.0%) $10,041 (83.0%) $12,099
2022 $2,522 (16.7%) $12,615 (83.3%) $15,137
2023 $2,385 (14.0%) $14,688 (86.0%) $17,073

Data source: Michigan Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on West Oakview Elementary School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 398th of 1408 Elementary schoolsRanks 316th of 1470 Elementary schools
 6.8%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (West Oakview Elementary School)51.159.3
 8.2%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Northview Public Schools)41.152.5
 11.4%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)45.140.9
 4.2%
3rd Grade Math (West Oakview Elementary School)57.457.4
   3rd Grade Math (Northview Public Schools)41.944.7
 2.8%
   3rd Grade Math (Michigan)46.742.9
 3.8%
4th Grade English Language Arts (West Oakview Elementary School)56.357.7
 1.4%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Northview Public Schools)51.352.2
 0.9%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Michigan)45.844.3
 1.5%
4th Grade Math (West Oakview Elementary School)54.250
 4.2%
   4th Grade Math (Northview Public Schools)42.446
 3.6%
   4th Grade Math (Michigan)41.838.6
 3.2%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students270255
 5.6%
African American1617
 6.3%
American Indian10
 100%
Asian51
 80%
Hispanic4128
 31.7%
Pacific Islander00
White180179
 0.6%
Two or More Races2730
 11.1%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients60.4%54.9%
 5.5%


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West Oakview Elementary School ranks 385th of 1486 Michigan elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Students at West Oakview Elementary School are 70% White, 12% Two or more races, 11% Hispanic, 7% African American.

Students who attend West Oakview Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Crossroads Middle School
Middle : Highlands School
High : Northview High School

In the 2022-23 school year, 255 students attended West Oakview Elementary School.


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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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