Serving 734 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oak Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 734 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Oak Elementary School's student population of 734 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
734 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oak Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#323 out of 1721 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
11%
13%
Black
11%
21%
White
65%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Elementary School is ranked #323 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Oak Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bartlett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Oak Elementary School?
734 students attend Oak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Oak Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Elementary School?
Oak Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Oak Elementary School offer ?
Oak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Oak Elementary School part of?
Oak Elementary School is part of Bartlett School District.
In what neighborhood is Oak Elementary School located?
Oak Elementary School is located in the Oak Road Meadows neighborhood of Memphis, TN.
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