Serving 462 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oaklands Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland 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 Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oaklands Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Oaklands Elementary School's student population of 462 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Oaklands Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oaklands Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1169 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
60%
23%
Black
33%
33%
White
1%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oaklands Elementary School's ranking?
Oaklands Elementary School is ranked #1169 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Oaklands Elementary School often compared to?
Oaklands Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deerfield Run 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 25% MD state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Oaklands Elementary School?
462 students attend Oaklands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Oaklands Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oaklands Elementary School?
Oaklands Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oaklands Elementary School offer ?
Oaklands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oaklands Elementary School part of?
Oaklands Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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