Serving 178 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Oakland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 69%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Oakland Elementary School's student population of 178 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
178 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Oakland Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-79%
69%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-59%
68%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Hispanic
13%
14%
White
81%
70%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Oakland Elementary School often compared to?
Oakland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ahstw Primary School, Tri-center Elementary School, Treynor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 69% IA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Oakland Elementary School?
178 students attend Oakland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Oakland Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakland Elementary School?
Oakland Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oakland Elementary School offer ?
Oakland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oakland Elementary School part of?
Oakland Elementary School is part of Riverside Comm School District.
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