Serving 674 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oakridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 674 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Oakridge Elementary School's student population of 674 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
674 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oakridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakridge Elementary School is 0.74, which is more 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
#719 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)64%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)71%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
23%
19%
Black
21%
22%
White
40%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakridge Elementary School's ranking?
Oakridge Elementary School is ranked #719 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Oakridge Elementary School often compared to?
Oakridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hoffman-boston Elementary 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 54% VA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Oakridge Elementary School?
674 students attend Oakridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Oakridge Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakridge Elementary School?
Oakridge Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oakridge Elementary School offer ?
Oakridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakridge Elementary School part of?
Oakridge Elementary School is part of Arlington County School District.
In what neighborhood is Oakridge Elementary School located?
Oakridge Elementary School is located in the Arlington Ridge neighborhood of Arlington, VA.
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