Summary:
Zip code 48750, serving the Oscoda, Michigan area, is home to two schools within the Oscoda Area Schools district: Richardson Elementary School (grades PK-6) and Oscoda Area High School (grades 7-12), with a combined enrollment of about 1,199 students.
For parents, the standout is Oscoda Area High School, which posts a perfect 100% graduation rate and a 0% dropout rate—far exceeding state averages—despite nearly 62% of students qualifying for free/reduced lunch. Its 7th graders outperform the state by 11.6 points in ELA and 5.8 points in math, and 9th graders beat the state by 10.6 points on the PSAT math. In contrast, Richardson Elementary School generally trails state proficiency averages in early grades, but shows a remarkable upward trend: 3rd graders score 16 points below the state in ELA, yet by 6th grade they exceed the state by 2.3 points. Math remains a persistent challenge at both schools, with proficiency running 8-13 points below state averages at every elementary grade and SAT math scores at the high school (19.7%) lagging far behind reading/writing (47.9%).
Both schools keep chronic absenteeism (19-20%) well below the state's 27.9%, suggesting strong engagement. The high school spends $1,870 more per student than the elementary, which may help explain its stronger relative performance. Notably, the district's structure—housing 7th and 8th graders in the high school—appears to benefit younger students, who outperform state averages significantly. While elementary math needs targeted intervention, the district's low absenteeism, improving ELA trajectory, and exceptional high school outcomes make it a resilient choice for families, especially those prioritizing graduation success and secondary-level academics.
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