Serving 629 students in grades 6-8, Oakville Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Oakville Middle serves the southern part of its school district in Saint Louis, MO, covering an area of approximately 12 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oakville Middle School's student population of 629 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
629 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Oakville Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakville Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#876 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
2%
15%
White
88%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakville Middle School's ranking?
Oakville Middle School is ranked #876 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Oakville Middle School?
629 students attend Oakville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Oakville Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakville Middle School?
Oakville Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Oakville Middle School offer ?
Oakville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakville Middle School part of?
Oakville Middle School is part of Mehlville R-IX School District.
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