Serving 811 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oakland Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 811 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oakland Elementary serves the northwest area of Richmond, TX, covering approximately 4.1 square miles. Most families are within a 5 to 10-minute drive to the school, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being around 2.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Oakland Elementary School's student population of 811 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
811 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Motto
Inspire•Equip•Imagine
School Rankings
Oakland Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakland Elementary School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1002 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
6%
Hispanic
21%
54%
Black
31%
13%
White
19%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakland Elementary School's ranking?
Oakland Elementary School is ranked #1002 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Oakland Elementary School often compared to?
Oakland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pecan Grove Elementary School, Frost Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Oakland Elementary School?
811 students attend Oakland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Oakland Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakland Elementary School?
Oakland Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oakland Elementary School offer ?
Oakland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Oakland Elementary School part of?
Oakland Elementary School is part of Fort Bend Independent School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
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