Serving 1,224 students in grades 6-8, Oakland Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,224 students
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oakland Middle School serves the northeast part of Murfreesboro, TN, covering an attendance zone of approximately 87.2 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 12.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oakland Middle School's student population of 1,224 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,224 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
77 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The vision of OMS is to create a safe and secure environment that empowers all students to learn at high levels by providing the necessary support to be a successful, confident, problem-solving individual.
School Rankings
Oakland Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakland Middle School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#584 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakland Middle School's ranking?
Oakland Middle School is ranked #584 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Oakland Middle School often compared to?
Oakland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blackman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Oakland Middle School?
1,224 students attend Oakland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Oakland Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Oakland Middle School offer ?
Oakland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakland Middle School part of?
Oakland Middle School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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