Serving 484 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oak Pointe Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Oak Pointe Elementary serves the eastern part of Irmo, SC, covering an area of approximately 9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with most students living about 2 miles away from its edge and some residing as far as 3.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oak Pointe Elementary School's student population of 484 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
484 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oak Pointe Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Pointe Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#358 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
24%
31%
White
58%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Pointe Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Pointe Elementary School is ranked #358 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Oak Pointe Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Pointe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Oak Pointe Elementary School?
484 students attend Oak Pointe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Oak Pointe Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Pointe Elementary School?
Oak Pointe Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oak Pointe Elementary School offer ?
Oak Pointe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oak Pointe Elementary School part of?
Oak Pointe Elementary School is part of Lexington 05 School District.
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