Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oakwood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oakwood Elementary serves the northwest part of Oshkosh, WI, covering an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with most residents located about 1.2 miles from its edge and the furthest distance being 2.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Oakwood Elementary School's student population of 382 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
382 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Oakwood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakwood Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#369 out of 1962 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakwood Elementary School's ranking?
Oakwood Elementary School is ranked #369 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Oakwood Elementary School often compared to?
Oakwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Traeger Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Oakwood Elementary School?
382 students attend Oakwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Oakwood Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakwood Elementary School?
Oakwood Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oakwood Elementary School offer ?
Oakwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oakwood Elementary School part of?
Oakwood Elementary School is part of Oshkosh Area School District.
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