Serving 722 students in grades 6-8, Oak Grove Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 722 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Grove Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oak Grove Middle School's student population of 722 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
722 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oak Grove Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Grove Middle School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#587 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
4%
25%
White
78%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Grove Middle School's ranking?
Oak Grove Middle School is ranked #587 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Oak Grove Middle School often compared to?
Oak Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadowlark Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Oak Grove Middle School?
722 students attend Oak Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Oak Grove Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Grove Middle School?
Oak Grove Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Oak Grove Middle School offer ?
Oak Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Grove Middle School part of?
Oak Grove Middle School is part of Davidson County Schools School District.
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