Serving 1,057 students in grades 6-8, Oakdale Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,057 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakdale Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oakdale Middle School's student population of 1,057 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,057 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oakdale Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakdale Middle School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#276 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
7%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
11%
33%
White
59%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakdale Middle School's ranking?
Oakdale Middle School is ranked #276 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Oakdale Middle School often compared to?
Oakdale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Urbana Middle School, New Market Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Oakdale Middle School?
1,057 students attend Oakdale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Oakdale Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakdale Middle School?
Oakdale Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oakdale Middle School offer ?
Oakdale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakdale Middle School part of?
Oakdale Middle School is part of Frederick County School District.
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