NORUP INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

Norup International School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Berkley School District school district, located in OAK PARK, MI with about 779 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 43 teachers, Norup International School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Norup International School, located in Oak Park, Michigan, is a specialized K-8 facility within the Berkley School District. It is recognized as an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, meaning it implements the rigorous and globally-minded IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP). This curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, inquiry-based learning, and the development of students as compassionate, culturally aware global citizens.

Beyond its academic focus, Norup is known for fostering a tight-knit community atmosphere that balances high scholastic expectations with social-emotional development. By integrating interdisciplinary projects and a focus on international perspectives into the standard Michigan state curriculum, the school aims to prepare students for the demands of high school and beyond. Its status as an authorized IB school makes it a distinct choice for families in the Berkley district seeking a structured, globally-oriented educational environment for their children.

For more information, contact Norup International School at (248) 837-8300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.