Serving 808 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oakridge Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 808 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Oakridge Elementary School's student population of 808 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
808 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oakridge Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakridge Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#103 out of 1095 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
10%
32%
White
69%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakridge Elementary School's ranking?
Oakridge Elementary School is ranked #103 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Oakridge Elementary School often compared to?
Oakridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crowders Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Oakridge Elementary School?
808 students attend Oakridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Oakridge Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakridge Elementary School?
Oakridge Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oakridge Elementary School offer ?
Oakridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakridge Elementary School part of?
Oakridge Elementary School is part of York 02 School District.
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