Serving 862 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 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 862 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: OAK KNOLL MIDDLE serves the southeast part of Mechanicsville, VA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 88.8 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 10.9 miles at its furthest point.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oak Knoll Middle School's student population of 862 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 125% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
862 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspire. Empower. Lead.
School Rankings
Oak Knoll Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Knoll Middle School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#66 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)88%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.7%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: 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 #66 out of 1,773 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, Bell Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% 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?
862 students attend Oak Knoll Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Oak Knoll Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Knoll Middle School?
Oak Knoll Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oak Knoll Middle School part of?
Oak Knoll Middle School is part of Hanover County School District.
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