Serving 1,154 students in grades 6-8, Oakridge Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 30% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,154 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oakridge Middle School's student population of 1,154 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,154 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oakridge Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakridge Middle School is 0.49, 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
#240 out of 1154 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
9%
13%
Black
11%
31%
White
70%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakridge Middle School's ranking?
Oakridge Middle School is ranked #240 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Oakridge Middle School often compared to?
Oakridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clover Middle School, York Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Oakridge Middle School?
1,154 students attend Oakridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Oakridge Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakridge Middle School?
Oakridge Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oakridge Middle School offer ?
Oakridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakridge Middle School part of?
Oakridge Middle School is part of York 02 School District.
School Reviews
5 3/19/2020
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