Serving 576 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Oakshire Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Oakshire Elementary School serves the northern part of Houma, LA, covering an area of approximately 6.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the nearest boundary being about 1.2 miles away and the furthest edge located 3.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oakshire Elementary School's student population of 576 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
576 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
School Motto
Engage, Educate and Empower Every Student, Every Day
School Rankings
Oakshire Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakshire Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#343 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
n/a
Showing 2014–2024. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakshire Elementary School's ranking?
Oakshire Elementary School is ranked #343 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Oakshire Elementary School often compared to?
Oakshire Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bourg Elementary School, Legion Park Elementary School, Lisa Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Oakshire Elementary School?
576 students attend Oakshire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Oakshire Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakshire Elementary School?
Oakshire Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oakshire Elementary School offer ?
Oakshire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakshire Elementary School part of?
Oakshire Elementary School is part of Terrebonne Parish School District.
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