Serving 722 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oakland Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). 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 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 722 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oakland Elementary School's student population of 722 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
722 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Motto
Students first...every day!
School Rankings
Oakland Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakland Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#313 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
11%
31%
White
78%
46%
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
36%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Spartanburg 02 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakland Elementary School's ranking?
Oakland Elementary School is ranked #313 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Oakland Elementary School often compared to?
Oakland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carlisle-foster's Grove Elementary School, Boiling Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Oakland Elementary School?
722 students attend Oakland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Oakland Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakland Elementary School?
Oakland Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oakland Elementary School offer ?
Oakland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oakland Elementary School part of?
Oakland Elementary School is part of Spartanburg 02 School District.
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