Serving 1,069 students in grades 6-8, Oakdale Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,069 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakdale Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oakdale Middle School's student population of 1,069 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,069 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Motto
Cultivating Character and Academic Excellence through High Expectations
School Rankings
Oakdale Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakdale Middle School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#266 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
14%
7%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
11%
33%
White
58%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakdale Middle School's ranking?
Oakdale Middle School is ranked #266 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Oakdale Middle School often compared to?
Oakdale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Urbana Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Oakdale Middle School?
1,069 students attend Oakdale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Oakdale Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakdale Middle School?
Oakdale Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oakdale Middle School offer ?
Oakdale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oakdale Middle School part of?
Oakdale Middle School is part of Frederick County Public Schools.
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