Serving 432 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Oakdale Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Oakdale Elementary School's student population of 432 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence without Exception
School Rankings
Oakdale Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakdale Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2386 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)29%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
28%
21%
Black
57%
25%
White
5%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakdale Elementary School's ranking?
Oakdale Elementary School is ranked #2386 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Oakdale Elementary School?
432 students attend Oakdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Oakdale Elementary School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakdale Elementary School?
Oakdale Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Oakdale Elementary School offer ?
Oakdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakdale Elementary School part of?
Oakdale Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Oakdale Elementary School located?
Oakdale Elementary School is located in the Oakdale South neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Oakdale South.
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