Serving 1,085 students in grades 6-8, Oakdale Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,085 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Oakdale Middle serves the southeast part of Ijamsville, MD, covering an area of approximately 21.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakdale Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oakdale Middle School's student population of 1,085 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,085 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Cultivating Character and Academic Excellence through High Expectations
School Rankings
Oakdale Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakdale Middle School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#266 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
45%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
15%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakdale Middle School's ranking?
Oakdale Middle School is ranked #266 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Oakdale Middle School often compared to?
Oakdale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Urbana Middle School, Governor Thomas Johnson Middle School, New Market Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Oakdale Middle School?
1,085 students attend Oakdale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Oakdale Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakdale Middle School?
Oakdale Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oakdale Middle School offer ?
Oakdale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oakdale Middle School part of?
Oakdale Middle School is part of Frederick County School District.
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