Serving 887 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oakview Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 887 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Oakview Elementary serves the southeast part of Simpsonville, SC, covering an area of approximately 9.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone is about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge located 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oakview Elementary School's student population of 887 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
887 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Motto
Education is a shared responsibility involving student, parent, school, community, and school district.
School Rankings
Oakview Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakview Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#75 out of 1118 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
14%
31%
White
67%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.2%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
50%
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 Oakview Elementary School's ranking?
Oakview Elementary School is ranked #75 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Oakview Elementary School often compared to?
Oakview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monarch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Oakview Elementary School?
887 students attend Oakview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Oakview Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakview Elementary School?
Oakview Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oakview Elementary School offer ?
Oakview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oakview Elementary School part of?
Oakview Elementary School is part of Greenville 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Lack of follow up and involvement by adminstrative staff. As long as the test scores and grades are good, the adminstration will not address issues in the classroom, regardless of stated policies concerning 'bullying'. Complaints against one of the teachers, resulted in retaliation against the student. Despite requests to move our child to another class, the requests were denied since our child was making very good grades. This further supports the reputation that Oakview's primary focus is on test scores and grades, and student safety/well-being is a distant second.
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