Oakland Primary serves 504 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakland Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Oakland Primary's student population of 504 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
504 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2002
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Educating the 'Whole Child'
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
The diversity score of Oakland Primary is 0.63, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
52%
31%
White
29%
47%
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
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Oakland Primary often compared to?
Oakland Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Cherryvale Elementary School, Alice Drive Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Oakland Primary?
504 students attend Oakland Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Oakland Primary students are Black, 29% of 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 Primary?
Oakland Primary has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oakland Primary offer ?
Oakland Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oakland Primary part of?
Oakland Primary is part of Sumter 01 School District.
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