Serving 340 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Oakdale School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Oakdale School serves the northwest part of Sandy, UT, covering an attendance area of approximately 2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 1 mile from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakdale School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oakdale School's student population of 340 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
340 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Oakdale School ranks within the top 5% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakdale School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#43 out of 957 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
17%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
71%
69%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.2%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakdale School's ranking?
Oakdale School is ranked #43 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Oakdale School often compared to?
Oakdale Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peruvian Park School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Oakdale School?
340 students attend Oakdale School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Oakdale School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakdale School?
Oakdale School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Oakdale School offer ?
Oakdale School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Oakdale School part of?
Oakdale School is part of Canyons School District.
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