Serving 436 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Oak Forest Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: OAK FOREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves the southwest part of Jackson, MS, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located around 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oak Forest Elementary School's student population of 436 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
436 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Oak Forest Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Forest Elementary School is 0.04, which is less 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
#697 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
98%
45%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.6%
26.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Forest Elementary School is ranked #697 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Oak Forest Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Forest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peeples Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Oak Forest Elementary School?
436 students attend Oak Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Oak Forest Elementary School students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Forest Elementary School?
Oak Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oak Forest Elementary School offer ?
Oak Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Forest Elementary School part of?
Oak Forest Elementary School is part of Jackson School District.
In what neighborhood is Oak Forest Elementary School located?
Oak Forest Elementary School is located in the Woodville Heights neighborhood of Jackson, MS.
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