Serving 526 students in grades 7-8, Oak Ridge School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 28% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Ridge School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oak Ridge School's student population of 526 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oak Ridge School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Ridge School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#249 out of 1233 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
2%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
6%
7%
White
74%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Ridge School's ranking?
Oak Ridge School is ranked #249 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Oak Ridge School often compared to?
Oak Ridge Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Excelsior Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Oak Ridge School?
526 students attend Oak Ridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Oak Ridge School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Ridge School?
Oak Ridge School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oak Ridge School offer ?
Oak Ridge School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Oak Ridge School part of?
Oak Ridge School is part of Linn-Mar Comm School District.
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