Serving 467 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Oak Park Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: OAK PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves the northwest part of Ocean Springs, MS, covering an attendance area of approximately 10.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Oak Park Elementary School's student population of 467 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
467 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1927
Average Class Size
23 students
School Rankings
Oak Park Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Park Elementary School is 0.42, which is less 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
#28 out of 795 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
9%
45%
White
75%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Park Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Park Elementary School is ranked #28 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Oak Park Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Magnolia Park Elementary School, Pecan Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Oak Park Elementary School?
467 students attend Oak Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Oak Park Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Park Elementary School?
Oak Park Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oak Park Elementary School offer ?
Oak Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Park Elementary School part of?
Oak Park Elementary School is part of Ocean Springs School District.
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