Serving 419 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Oak Street School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Street School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oak Street School's student population of 419 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1939
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
School Motto
'Each child is an individual who learns through a dynamic process.'
School Rankings
Oak Street School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Street School is 0.51, 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
#106 out of 2184 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
10%
Hispanic
13%
34%
Black
n/a
15%
White
67%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Street School's ranking?
Oak Street School is ranked #106 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Oak Street School often compared to?
Oak Street Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Prospect Elementary School, Liberty Corner School, Cedar Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Oak Street School?
419 students attend Oak Street School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Oak Street School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Street School?
Oak Street School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Oak Street School offer ?
Oak Street School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Street School part of?
Oak Street School is part of Bernards Township School District.
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