Serving 1,063 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 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,063 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakland Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Oakland Middle School's student population of 1,063 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,063 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oakland Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakland Middle School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#619 out of 1721 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
14%
13%
Black
25%
21%
White
55%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
46%
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 #619 out of 1,721 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Oakland Middle School?
1,063 students attend Oakland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Oakland Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakland Middle School?
Oakland Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Oakland Middle School offer ?
Oakland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Oakland Middle School part of?
Oakland Middle School is part of Rutherford County School District.
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