Serving 187 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 10:1 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 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79%
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oakland Elementary School's student population of 187 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
187 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 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 0.47. 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
10:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
81%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
187 students attend Oakland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Oakland Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakland Elementary School?
Oakland Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, 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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