North Oakview Elementary School

4300 Costa Ave Ne
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
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9/
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Top 20%
Serving 346 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, North Oakview 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 346 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • : Top 20% in MI
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

North Oakview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

North Oakview Elementary School's student population of 346 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
346 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
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School Rankings

North Oakview 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 North Oakview Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#573 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
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45-49%
35%
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60-64%
45%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
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Asian
1%
4%
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Hispanic
10%
9%
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Black
8%
18%
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White
72%
63%
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Two or more races
9%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.46
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(22-23)
17.9%
33.3%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
45%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is North Oakview Elementary School's ranking?
North Oakview Elementary School is ranked #573 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are North Oakview Elementary School often compared to?
North Oakview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Oakview Elementary School, Chandler Woods Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend North Oakview Elementary School?
346 students attend North Oakview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of North Oakview Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Oakview Elementary School?
North Oakview Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does North Oakview Elementary School offer ?
North Oakview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Oakview Elementary School part of?
North Oakview Elementary School is part of Northview School District.
In what neighborhood is North Oakview Elementary School located?
North Oakview Elementary School is located in the Northview Heights neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Northview Heights.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 346 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 28%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 45-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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