Serving 979 students in grades 7-8, Oak Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 979 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Oak Middle School's student population of 979 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
979 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oak Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Middle School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#394 out of 1644 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
33%
7%
Hispanic
10%
23%
Black
3%
10%
White
49%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Middle School's ranking?
Oak Middle School is ranked #394 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Oak Middle School often compared to?
Oak Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sherwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Oak Middle School?
979 students attend Oak Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Oak Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Middle School?
Oak Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Oak Middle School offer ?
Oak Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Middle School part of?
Oak Middle School is part of Shrewsbury School District.
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