Alfred E. Upton Elementary School

Alfred E. Upton Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5
4400 Mandalay Ave,  Royal Oak, MI
Royal Oak Schools
4.5
283 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. John Grzywack
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Math Proficiency
37%
Reading Proficiency
52%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B-
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
52%
Math Proficiency
37%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
19
Full Time Teachers
19
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Female
52.8%
Male
47.2%
White
60.4%
Black
23.4%
Two or more races
7.9%
Hispanic
5.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.5 11 Reviews
5.0 parent
5/8/2025
Upton is an excellent school that is located in a great neighborhood.
5.0 parent
3/13/2019
This school is a community in itself. I've been through multiple school districts and never seen a school that is so inclusive, friendly, and so dedicated to its kids.
5.0 parent
2/25/2018
Excellent, 3 generations in my family have attended Upton, all having great experiences. The teachers are very progressive in their approach, using innovative tools to reach every child. I like the energy there and the family feel.
5.0 parent
5/2/2016
This is our first year at Upton. We have a Kindergarten student. We have been very impressed with the principal and our son's teacher. The entire team at Upton is committed to providing the best education possible for each student. Communication is excellent. My son, who didn't have the best pre sch...

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Alfred E. Upton Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Royal Oak, MI, in the Royal Oak neighborhood, and is served by the Royal Oak Schools in Michigan. The school has a total enrollment of 283 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 37% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 52% are proficient in reading. Alfred E. Upton Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $402,276. Discover additional schools in the area, like Royal Oak High School, Berkley High School, Clawson High School, and more. Learn more about what Royal Oak has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Alfred E. Upton Elementary School.

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