Serving 391 students in grades 9-12, Oakhaven High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakhaven High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Oakhaven High School's student population of 391 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oakhaven High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakhaven High School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1567 out of 1721 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
14%
13%
Black
84%
21%
White
n/a
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakhaven High School's ranking?
Oakhaven High School is ranked #1567 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Oakhaven High School often compared to?
Oakhaven High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Houston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oakhaven High School?
The graduation rate of Oakhaven High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 88%.
How many students attend Oakhaven High School?
391 students attend Oakhaven High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Oakhaven High School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakhaven High School?
Oakhaven High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Oakhaven High School offer ?
Oakhaven High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Oakhaven High School part of?
Oakhaven High School is part of Shelby County School District.
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