Serving 941 students in grades 7-8, Oak Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 941 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Oak Middle School's student population of 941 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
941 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oak Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Middle School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#280 out of 1631 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
35%
7%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
5%
10%
White
44%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Middle School's ranking?
Oak Middle School is ranked #280 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Oak Middle School often compared to?
Oak Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sherwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Oak Middle School?
941 students attend Oak Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Oak Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Middle School?
Oak Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Oak Middle School offer ?
Oak Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Middle School part of?
Oak Middle School is part of Shrewsbury School District.
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