Serving 73 students in grades 6-12, Oakesdale High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakesdale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Oakesdale High School's student population of 73 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
73 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oakesdale High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakesdale High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1350 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
3%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
97%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakesdale High School's ranking?
Oakesdale High School is ranked #1350 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Oakesdale High School often compared to?
Oakesdale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colton School, Palouse High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oakesdale High School?
The graduation rate of Oakesdale High School is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Oakesdale High School?
73 students attend Oakesdale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Oakesdale High School students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakesdale High School?
Oakesdale High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Oakesdale High School offer ?
Oakesdale High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakesdale High School part of?
Oakesdale High School is part of Oakesdale School District.
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