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Troy Union Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 446 students

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4 stars

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Posted May 19, 2011

I moved to Troy in 1987. All four of my children attended Troy Union. Having been a teacher myself, I was very pleased with the compassion and quality of the staff. Our oldest child's name appears on the "Wall of Fame" and went on to receive a PhD in Biomedical Engineering. Many of her classmates are MD's. I thank God that all four of our children have degrees and excellent jobs. Now I have grandchildren at Troy Union.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 9, 2010

Above average teaching staff and support staff, excellent communication from teachers, active parents, caring safe environment.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 28, 2008

My daughter loved the school and teachers. The staff were really friendly and warm. I would recommend this school to anybody.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 27, 2008

We have been very happy with Troy Union Elementary School and the overall education of our children. The teachers and staff are receptive and have an open-door policy. Parent involvement is almost 100% at most events, conferences, etc... We're proud of Troy Union Elementary.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 14, 2008

This is a really wonderful school. I really appreciated the curriculum and the teachers. The teachers are very warm and caring. They work well with the parents to keep you informed of your childs progress. I would recommend this school to anyone.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 21, 2007

We are extremely pleased with the teachers that my daugher has had at Troy Union. They stay involved with the families and truly want to see every child succeed. We won't move this area because of the school. We have at least 10 parents volunteer for every event in my daughter's class, even those that work fulltime.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 10, 2006

I worked at Troy Union Elementary as a Special Education teacher for 16 years. All staff members are dedicated to making Troy Union a safe and caring environment for the children. You can be sure that your child will feel safe and cared for both emotionally and academically. The office staff will welcome you with a smile. The principal, Dr. Ronald O'Hara, will meet with you personally if you have questions or concerns about your child's success. There are many services available within the building to meet your child's needs.
—Submitted by shirley Schmidt, a teacher


Posted January 13, 2005

Troy Union Elem. is a wonderful school with an outstanding staff of educators and administrators. I would highly recommend Troy Union to anyone who is seeking a school that will love and educate your child.
—Submitted by MICHAEL SAWYERS, a administrator


Posted January 8, 2005

This school is outstanding. my kids did very well in the Detroit public school system. they are doing even better here. more activities for them to participate and the school really appriciates parent participation.
—Submitted by Marlon Terry, a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 41% in 2013.

83 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
60%

2012

 
 
64%

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
98%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 66% in 2013.

81 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
77%

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
95%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 45% in 2013.

59 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
76%

2012

 
 
77%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
99%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 68% in 2013.

58 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
79%

2012

 
 
83%

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
87%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 47% in 2013.

58 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
60%

2011

 
 
84%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 46% in 2013.

79 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
79%

2012

 
 
71%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
92%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 70% in 2013.

79 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
89%

2012

 
 
75%

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
88%
Science

The state average for Science was 13% in 2013.

84 students were tested at this school in 2013.

2013

 
 
14%

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
84%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2012-2013 Michigan used the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in math, reading and writing; in grades 5 and 8 in science; and in grades 6 and 9 in social studies. The MEAP is a standards-based test, which measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Michigan. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

Beginning in the 2011-2012 school year, the Michigan State Board of Education implemented new definitions of what it means to be proficient on the MEAP test. The new standards for proficiency are higher than in previous years and the percent of students earning a proficient score is expected to be lower as a result of this change.

See Michigan's state standards

Source: Michigan Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 61% 71%
Asian/Pacific Islander 26% 3%
Black 12% 20%
Hispanic 1% 5%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 1%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 14%N/A42%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 17N/A18
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

School basics

School Leader's name
  • Dr. Ronald O'Hara
Fax number
  • (248) 823-3113

Programs

Specific academic themes or areas of focus

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  • Special education
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1340 East Square Lake Rd
Troy, MI 48085
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Phone: (248) 823-3100

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