Serving 949 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oakview Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North 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 73% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 949 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Oakview Elementary School's student population of 949 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
949 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oakview Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakview Elementary School is 0.52, which is less 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
#315 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
7%
25%
White
68%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakview Elementary School's ranking?
Oakview Elementary School is ranked #315 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Oakview Elementary School often compared to?
Oakview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holly Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Oakview Elementary School?
949 students attend Oakview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Oakview Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakview Elementary School?
Oakview Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Oakview Elementary School offer ?
Oakview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Oakview Elementary School part of?
Oakview Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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