Serving 887 students in grades 6-8, Oak Knoll Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 887 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Knoll Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Oak Knoll Middle School's student population of 887 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
887 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oak Knoll Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Knoll Middle School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#77 out of 1792 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
4%
18%
Black
7%
22%
White
80%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Knoll Middle School's ranking?
Oak Knoll Middle School is ranked #77 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Oak Knoll Middle School often compared to?
Oak Knoll Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Middle School, Chickahominy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Oak Knoll Middle School?
887 students attend Oak Knoll Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Oak Knoll Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Knoll Middle School?
Oak Knoll Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oak Knoll Middle School offer ?
Oak Knoll Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Knoll Middle School part of?
Oak Knoll Middle School is part of Hanover Co PBLC Schs School District.
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