Serving 556 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oakland Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oakland Elementary serves the southwest part of Charleston, SC, covering an area of approximately 14.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located around 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oakland Elementary School's student population of 556 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
556 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Oakland Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakland Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#421 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
37%
31%
White
42%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakland Elementary School's ranking?
Oakland Elementary School is ranked #421 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Oakland Elementary School often compared to?
Oakland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stono Park Elementary School, Orange Grove Charter School, Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Oakland Elementary School?
556 students attend Oakland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Oakland Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakland Elementary School?
Oakland Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oakland Elementary School offer ?
Oakland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oakland Elementary School part of?
Oakland Elementary School is part of Charleston 01 School District.
In what neighborhood is Oakland Elementary School located?
Oakland Elementary School is located in the West Ashley neighborhood of Charleston, SC. There are 11 other public schools located in West Ashley.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Widespread bullying. One teacher bullied a child during his Graduation ceremony in front of the cameras. While on the podium, the Lead Teacher of Oakland Elementary school mispronounced one student''s name. Instead of acting appropriately in such a situation, she decided to give that student a loud shout out in a comical way. Then she immediately comically shouted out another student''s name who wasn''t even on her list. These are her words one to one from the video: I do have to say J** B**-, there he is. That poor child! Every day he comes in the hall I say his name like that, Mmm- He loves it though, I think. I do! Ha, ha! This should be considered bullying! Not only has the teacher used the Graduation to tease the child one last time, she admitted to doing that on a consistent basis through the school year. She even had a classical Bully''s excuse: ''He loves it though, I think. I do! Ha, ha!'' We will never believe that the Principal of Oakland didn''t know about this bullying. The teachers in Oakland Elementary cannot say their student''s names after a year of teaching them. How can such teachers engage with the students? How are the teachers referring to their students during the school year, or do they just ignore them the whole year? Charleston County School Board member pulled her child out from that school. Even the Constituent board members don't take their children to Oakland. These facts tell you about this school louder than any good reviews here. CCSD School Board Members don''t care.
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