Serving 1,045 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oakstead Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,045 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Oakstead Elementary School serves the southwest part of Land O Lakes, FL, covering an area of approximately 25.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakstead Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Oakstead Elementary School's student population of 1,045 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,045 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Five Dens..One Pond..Otter Strong
School Rankings
Oakstead Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakstead Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#609 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
14%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
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)15.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakstead Elementary School's ranking?
Oakstead Elementary School is ranked #609 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Oakstead Elementary School often compared to?
Oakstead Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sanders Memorial Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Oakstead Elementary School?
1,045 students attend Oakstead Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Oakstead Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakstead Elementary School?
Oakstead Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oakstead Elementary School offer ?
Oakstead Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakstead Elementary School part of?
Oakstead Elementary School is part of Pasco School District.
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