Serving 556 students in grades 3-5, Oak Street Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oak Street Elementary School's student population of 556 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
556 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1948
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
Oak Street Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Street Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#72 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)89%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
8%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
3%
22%
White
64%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Thomas Jefferson Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Street Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Street Elementary School is ranked #72 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Oak Street Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Daniel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Oak Street Elementary School?
556 students attend Oak Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Oak Street Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Street Elementary School?
Oak Street Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oak Street Elementary School offer ?
Oak Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oak Street Elementary School part of?
Oak Street Elementary School is part of Falls Church City School District.
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