Serving 516 students in grades 3-5, Oakwood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oakwood Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Preston, ID school district, covering approximately 422.8 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 13.4 miles from the school to the zone's edge, extending up to 22.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oakwood Elementary School's student population of 516 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
516 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Oakwood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakwood Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#293 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
n/a
1%
White
85%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakwood Elementary School's ranking?
Oakwood Elementary School is ranked #293 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Oakwood Elementary School often compared to?
Oakwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Preston High School, Preston Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Oakwood Elementary School?
516 students attend Oakwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Oakwood Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakwood Elementary School?
Oakwood Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oakwood Elementary School offer ?
Oakwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakwood Elementary School part of?
Oakwood Elementary School is part of Preston Joint School District.
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