Serving 554 students in grades 2-4, Oakside School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: OAKSIDE SCHOOL's attendance zone covers the entire district in Peekskill, NY, encompassing approximately 5.6 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 1.9 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oakside School's student population of 554 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
554 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Oakside School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakside School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2894 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
49%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
76%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
14%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
5%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
4%
Showing 2008–2018. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakside School's ranking?
Oakside School is ranked #2894 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Oakside School often compared to?
Oakside Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Uriah Hill School, Woodside School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Oakside School?
554 students attend Oakside School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Oakside School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakside School?
Oakside School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Oakside School offer ?
Oakside School offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oakside School part of?
Oakside School is part of Peekskill City School District.
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