Serving 1,186 students in grades 6-8, Oakridge Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,186 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Oakridge Middle School's student population of 1,186 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,186 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oakridge Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,095 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakridge Middle School is 0.46, 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
#171 out of 1095 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
9%
32%
White
72%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Oakridge Middle School is ranked #171 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Oakridge Middle School often compared to?
Oakridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clover Middle School, York Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Oakridge Middle School?
1,186 students attend Oakridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Oakridge Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakridge Middle School?
Oakridge Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oakridge Middle School offer ?
Oakridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakridge Middle School part of?
Oakridge Middle School is part of York 02 School District.
School Reviews
5 3/19/2020
I love Oakridge I'm a student there and they have been to me is nice to me and promote my learning better, then what they did in Florida.
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