Serving 838 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oakridge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 838 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oakridge Elementary School's student population of 838 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
838 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oakridge Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakridge Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#122 out of 1154 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
11%
13%
Black
11%
31%
White
65%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakridge Elementary School's ranking?
Oakridge Elementary School is ranked #122 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Oakridge Elementary School often compared to?
Oakridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crowders Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Oakridge Elementary School?
838 students attend Oakridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Oakridge Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
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 South Carolina 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 York 02 School District.
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