Serving 308 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Oakdale School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oakdale School's student population of 308 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oakdale School ranks within the top 30% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakdale School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#256 out of 940 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
13%
29%
Black
3%
13%
White
73%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakdale School's ranking?
Oakdale School is ranked #256 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Oakdale School?
308 students attend Oakdale School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Oakdale School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakdale School?
Oakdale School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Oakdale School offer ?
Oakdale School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakdale School part of?
Oakdale School is part of Montville School District.
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