Serving 352 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oakland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oakland Elementary serves the eastern part of its school district in Denver, CO, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 0.4 miles from the school to the nearest edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oakland Elementary School's student population of 352 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
352 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oakland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakland Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1685 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
68%
37%
Black
20%
5%
White
3%
49%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.5%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakland Elementary School's ranking?
Oakland Elementary School is ranked #1685 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Oakland Elementary School often compared to?
Oakland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maxwell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Oakland Elementary School?
352 students attend Oakland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Oakland Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakland Elementary School?
Oakland Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Oakland Elementary School offer ?
Oakland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakland Elementary School part of?
Oakland Elementary School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Oakland Elementary School located?
Oakland Elementary School is located in the Montbello neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 15 other public schools located in Montbello.
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