Oak Grove Elementary School ranked #350 in Alabama in 2023, improving from #424 in 2022 and consistently remaining within the top 30% of state public schools over recent years.
Math proficiency was 48% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 48%, approximately equal to the state average of 47%; science proficiency ranged between 25% and 29%, lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment grew to 575 students in 2023, a steady increase from 521 in 2021; minority enrollment was 8%, and the percentage of students eligible for free lunch rose to 46%, reflecting socioeconomic shifts.
The school served grades Pre–K through 5 with a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 in 2023, maintaining consistent staffing levels around 32–35 teachers in recent years.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oak Grove Elementary School serves the southwest part of Bessemer, AL, covering an attendance area of approximately 174.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 11.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Oak Grove Elementary School's student population of 576 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
576 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Oak Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Grove Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#350 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
2%
31%
White
92%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tiger Cub
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Grove Elementary School is ranked #350 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Oak Grove Elementary School?
576 students attend Oak Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Oak Grove Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Grove Elementary School?
Oak Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oak Grove Elementary School offer ?
Oak Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Grove Elementary School part of?
Oak Grove Elementary School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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