For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,056 students in Oakland, TN.
The top ranked public schools in Oakland, TN are Oakland Elementary School and West Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Oakland, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Oakland have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Oakland, TN (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oakland Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
14925 Hwy 194 North
Oakland, TN 38060
(901) 465-3804
Oakland, TN 38060
(901) 465-3804
Grades: PK-5
| 671 students
Rank: #22.
West Junior High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
13100 Highway 194
Oakland, TN 38060
(901) 465-0798
Oakland, TN 38060
(901) 465-0798
Grades: 6-8
| 385 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Oakland, TN?
The top ranked public schools in Oakland, TN include Oakland Elementary School and West Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in Oakland, TN?
2 public schools are located in Oakland, TN.
What is the racial composition of students in Oakland, TN?
Oakland, TN public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Tennessee public schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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