Serving 1,362 students in grades Kindergarten-11, Oakside Prep Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-11
- Enrollment: 1,362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oakside Prep Academy's student population of 1,362 students has grown by 65% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-11
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,362 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
2013
School Calendar
School Motto
Strong hearts and minds impact the world in amazing ways.
School Rankings
Oakside Prep Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakside Prep Academy is 0.67, which is more 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
#2336 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
36%
9%
Black
43%
18%
White
8%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakside Prep Academy's ranking?
Oakside Prep Academy is ranked #2336 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Oakside Prep Academy often compared to?
Oakside Prep Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Keith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Oakside Prep Academy?
1,362 students attend Oakside Prep Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Oakside Prep Academy students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakside Prep Academy?
Oakside Prep Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oakside Prep Academy offer ?
Oakside Prep Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-11 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakside Prep Academy part of?
Oakside Prep Academy is part of Oakside Preparatory Academy School District.
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