Serving 1,146 students in grades 6-8, Oakridge Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 64% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,146 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Oakridge Middle serves the eastern part of Clover, SC, covering an area of approximately 60.7 square miles. Most families in this zone can expect a typical drive of about 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being around 7 miles away.
- 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
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oakridge Middle School's student population of 1,146 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,146 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Oakridge Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakridge Middle School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#224 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
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 #224 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Oakridge Middle School?
1,146 students attend Oakridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Oakridge Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 8% 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 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oakridge Middle School offer ?
Oakridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oakridge Middle School part of?
Oakridge Middle School is part of York 02 School District.
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