Serving 262 students in grades 1-5, Oakdale ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oakdale's student population of 262 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
262 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
America's First Tax-Supported, Free Public School
School Rankings
Oakdale ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakdale is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#607 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
9%
10%
White
71%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakdale's ranking?
Oakdale is ranked #607 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Oakdale often compared to?
Oakdaleis often viewed alongside schools like Greenlodge, Riverdale by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Oakdale?
262 students attend Oakdale.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Oakdale students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakdale?
Oakdale has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Oakdale offer ?
Oakdale offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oakdale part of?
Oakdale is part of Dedham School District.
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