Enrollment
346
Michigan · 2024-25 NCES data
Elementary school (grades K-5) · Grand Rapids, MI
North Oakview Elementary School
Federal NCES profile for North Oakview Elementary School, including enrollment, faculty, free-lunch eligibility, demographics, and resource indicators - Resource Investment Index 22/100.
2024-25 NCES dataElementary school (grades K-5)NCES 262595006239
👥 S:T ratio 37
🌟 Gifted program 30
📋 Attendance 0
Scored 0–100 from federal NCES and CRDC indicators, resource allocation, not test scores. Full methodology →
The verdict
North Oakview Elementary School earns 22/100 on the Resource Investment Index, with class sizes near the Michigan median.
- #18 of 24
- elementary schools in Grand Rapids · Resource Index
- 22
- Resource Index · Lower
- 15.7:1
- students per teacher
- 40.1%
- free-lunch eligible
North Oakview Elementary School has class sizes near the Michigan median. Computed live against every Michigan school reporting to NCES.
By Resource Investment Index, North Oakview Elementary School ranks #18 of 24 elementary schools in Grand Rapids, MI.
School address
District: Northview Public Schools · Michigan
NCES ID 262595006239 Verify on NCES CCD record →
Teachers (FTE)
22.0
Federal CCD staff survey
Students per teacher
15.7:1
vs 17.5:1 Michigan avg
-10% vs state
Free-lunch eligible
40.1%
vs 54.3% Michigan avg
-26% vs state
Student-teacher ratio in context
How North Oakview Elementary School compares with Michigan and U.S. medians
What stands out at North Oakview Elementary School
North Oakview Elementary School is a mid-sized elementary school in Grand Rapids, Michigan, enrolling 346 students.
Class sizes run a bit leaner than typical: 15.7:1 puts it in the smaller third of Michigan schools by student-teacher ratio.
Economic need runs somewhat below the state's typical profile, with 40.1% of students eligible for free meals.
With 346 students, its enrollment sits close to the Michigan median campus size.
Its Resource Investment Index lands in the lower third of 3,375 scored Michigan schools.
Among 645 similarly sized, similarly resourced-need Michigan schools statewide, it ranks #512, in the lower tier once campus size and economic need are matched.
Its student body is led by White (72%) and Hispanic or Latino (10%) (diversity index 46/100).
Chronic absenteeism is elevated: 50.9% of students missed 10% or more of school days (2021-22 Civil Rights Data Collection).
Among Grand Rapids's elementary schools, it stands alongside River City Scholars Charter Academy (286 students): North Oakview Elementary School is larger than that campus by headcount and runs heavier classes (15.7:1 vs 10.2:1).
Northview Public Schools also operates Northview High School (1,078 students) and Crossroads Middle School (472 students) alongside North Oakview Elementary School.
Sourced from NCES CCD, CRDC, and F-33 (federal records, not a quality verdict). How we source and compute this.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics Common Core of Data + CRDC + F-33 · 2024-25
How North Oakview Elementary School compares
North Oakview Elementary School on the metrics families compare, against Michigan and U.S. means.
| Metric | This school | vs Michigan | Michigan avg | U.S. avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Students per teacher | 15.7:1 | ▼ 10% | 17.5:1 | 15.7:1 |
| Free-lunch eligible | 40.1% | ▼ 26% | 54.3% | 51.7% |
| Enrollment | 346 | top 52% | - | - |
Source: NCES Common Core of Data School-level CCD + state/national means from Public School Universe · 2024-25
15.7:1
Leaner classes than 41% of US schools, a middle-of-the-pack class size.
346
Bigger than 39% of US schools by enrollment, mid-sized for the country.
Equity indicators (what these measure)
Economic need
40.1%
free-lunch eligible
- 26% below the Michigan average of 54.3%
Above the 40% Title I schoolwide threshold; federal funds support the whole school, not individual students.
Staffing depth
15.7:1
students per teacher
- 10% below state mean
Top 39% in Michigan - lower ratio than 61% of state schools
Close to the 15:1 benchmark most often cited for individualized attention.
Engagement
50.9%
chronically absent (missed 10%+ of school days)
At or above 20%, the commonly used threshold for "high" chronic absenteeism, signaling significant barriers to regular attendance.
Funding equity
$12,809
per pupil, district-wide
- below Michigan avg of $13,507
Well below the U.S. average per-pupil spend, a notably leaner funding position that may affect programs, facilities, and staffing.
Support staff
Counselors0.0 FTE
Student-support staffing from the Civil Rights Data Collection.
Discipline context
0
in-school suspensions + 4 out-of-school
Suspension rate: 0.0 per 100 students. Combined in-school and out-of-school rate: 1.2 per 100 students. Reported via the Civil Rights Data Collection.
Overview
- Common Core of Data (June 2026): enrollment, staffing, and the student-teacher ratio above.
- Civil Rights Data Collection: discipline counts and program access (AP, gifted, special education).
- F-33 School District Finance Survey: the district-wide per-pupil spending figures below.
Three separate federal collections, each on its own reporting cadence - which is why this school's numbers line up on a consistent basis against every other school and state on this site, rather than mixing figures pulled from different survey years.
Student demographics
White 71.7%
Hispanic or Latino 10.1%
Two or More 9.5%
African American 8.1%
Asian 0.6%
Largest group: White at 71.7% of enrollment.
Student-body diversity index 46.0/100
Simpson diversity index - at 46.0, North Oakview Elementary School is more mixed than the Michigan school average of 36.2.
Programs
Funding & spending
District-wide per-pupil expenditure for Northview Public Schools, which includes North Oakview Elementary School.
$12,809
Per student
-5%
vs Michigan
Avg $13,507
-23%
vs U.S.
Avg $16,593
Revenue mix
Local 32.4%
State 59.0%
Federal 8.5%
Source: NCES F-33 School District Finance Survey District-level finance · FY 2021-22 Per-pupil expenditure reflects the district-wide average. Individual school budgets are not reported at the federal level.
How North Oakview Elementary School Compares to District-Mates
| School | Enrollment | Economic Profile | Student-Teacher Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northview High School | Larger | Similar economic need | Higher S:T ratio |
| Crossroads Middle School | Larger | Similar economic need | Similar S:T ratio |
| Highlands School | Larger | Similar economic need | Similar S:T ratio |
| East Oakview Elementary School | Similar size | Similar economic need | Lower S:T ratio |
| West Oakview Elementary School | Smaller | Similar economic need | Lower S:T ratio |
Comparisons are relative to North Oakview Elementary School's own figures; each column derives from NCES Common Core of Data.
Other Schools in This District
- Enrollment
- 1,078
- Students per teacher
- 19.6:1
- Resource Index
- 24/100
- Enrollment
- 472
- Students per teacher
- 16.9:1
- Resource Index
- 18/100
- Enrollment
- 445
- Students per teacher
- 16.5:1
- Resource Index
- 21/100
- Enrollment
- 371
- Students per teacher
- 13.7:1
- Resource Index
- 25/100
- Enrollment
- 240
- Students per teacher
- 10:1
- Resource Index
- 31/100
Similar elementary schools in Grand Rapids
1 comparable elementary schools (grades K-5) serving the same city.
Similar elementary schools statewide
Matched by enrollment size and by staffing ratio across all of Michigan, not just this city - a different peer set than the local comparisons above.
Similar enrollment (~346 students)
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Frequently asked questions about North Oakview Elementary School
How many students attend North Oakview Elementary School?
North Oakview Elementary School has 346 students enrolled. It is an elementary school in Grand Rapids, MI.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Oakview Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at North Oakview Elementary School is 15.7:1, which is 10% lower than the Michigan average of 17.5:1 and 0% higher than the national average of 15.7:1. Lower ratios generally mean more individual attention per student.
What percentage of students receive free lunch at North Oakview Elementary School?
40.1% of students at North Oakview Elementary School are eligible for free lunch, compared to the Michigan average of 54.3%.
What is the racial and ethnic makeup of North Oakview Elementary School?
The largest demographic group at North Oakview Elementary School is White at 71.7% of enrollment, in Grand Rapids, MI.
What is the Resource Investment Index for North Oakview Elementary School?
North Oakview Elementary School has a Resource Investment Index of 22/100 (lower reported resources relative to schools nationally) based on 3 factors: student-teacher ratio, attendance rates. Not a test-score or academic measure (national median ~41/100, see methodology).
How does North Oakview Elementary School rank among elementary schools in Grand Rapids?
By Resource Investment Index, North Oakview Elementary School ranks #18 of 24 elementary schools in Grand Rapids, MI. This compares federal resource and staffing data among local peers; it is not a test-score or academic ranking. See all elementary schools in Grand Rapids on the city page.
Is North Oakview Elementary School a good school?
North Oakview Elementary School earns 22/100 on the Resource Investment Index, with class sizes near the Michigan median. This is a resource snapshot, not an academic rating; see the Resource Investment Index question above for what the number does and doesn't measure.
What other schools are in Northview Public Schools?
Besides North Oakview Elementary School, Northview Public Schools also operates Northview High School (1,078 students), Crossroads Middle School (472 students), and Highlands School (445 students). See the Northview Public Schools district page for the complete list.
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