Serving 1,150 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oakdale Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,150 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Oakdale Elementary School's student population of 1,150 students has grown by 69% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 85% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,150 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oakdale Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakdale Elementary School is 0.74, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#184 out of 1347 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
26%
7%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
16%
33%
White
39%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakdale Elementary School's ranking?
Oakdale Elementary School is ranked #184 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Oakdale Elementary School often compared to?
Oakdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tuscarora Elementary School, Yellow Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Oakdale Elementary School?
1,150 students attend Oakdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Oakdale Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakdale Elementary School?
Oakdale Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oakdale Elementary School offer ?
Oakdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakdale Elementary School part of?
Oakdale Elementary School is part of Frederick County School District.
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