Serving 914 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 63% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). 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 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 914 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Oak Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Shrewsbury school district, encompassing approximately 22.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.1 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Oak Middle School's student population of 914 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
914 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
To become a world class middle school where all students are prepared academically, socially, emotionally, and physically for success in high school and beyond.
School Rankings
Oak Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Middle School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#287 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
36%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Middle School's ranking?
Oak Middle School is ranked #287 out of 1,626 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?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% 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?
914 students attend Oak Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Oak Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oak Middle School part of?
Oak Middle School is part of Shrewsbury School District.
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