Serving 412 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Oak Meadow Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Oak Meadow Elementary serves the west part of El Dorado Hills, CA, covering an approximate area of 3.9 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located about 2.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Meadow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oak Meadow Elementary School's student population of 412 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
412 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Oak Meadow Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Meadow Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#551 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
43%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Meadow Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Meadow Elementary School is ranked #551 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Oak Meadow Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Meadow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silva Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Oak Meadow Elementary School?
412 students attend Oak Meadow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Oak Meadow Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Meadow Elementary School?
Oak Meadow Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Oak Meadow Elementary School offer ?
Oak Meadow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Oak Meadow Elementary School part of?
Oak Meadow Elementary School is part of Buckeye Union Elementary School District.
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