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#6541 of 9,533 schools in CA
Oakdale Elementary
Elementary School · Twin Rivers Unified
3708 Myrtle Ave., North Highlands, CA 95660
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
22.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
22.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In North Highlands
#8 of 12
public schools
California elementary schools
#3,886 of 5,817
In district
#29 of 43
Twin Rivers Unified
About Oakdale Elementary
Oakdale Elementary is a regular public elementary school located in North Highlands, California, in the Sacramento County area. The school serves kindergarten through eighth grade and has an enrollment of 547 students with a student-teacher ratio of 22.8:1. Oakdale has 24 full-time equivalent teachers and is situated in a large suburban setting.
Oakdale Elementary currently holds a MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10, ranking it at the 17th percentile among California schools with a state rank of #7910 out of 9566 total schools. The academic score is 1.8/10, indicating that there is room for improvement in academic performance. In terms of proficiency levels, only 17% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 12% are proficient or above in Math.
While Oakdale Elementary has areas where it can focus on improving student development, the school community is part of a larger suburban neighborhood in North Highlands.
What Parents Should Know
While current test scores at Oakdale Elementary are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
The student-teacher ratio at Oakdale Elementary is 22.8:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Score Breakdown
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Oakdale Elementary — Students at Oakdale Elementary score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 16 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.
How Oakdale Elementary Compares
See how Oakdale Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 14% (2019) to 12.22% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 23% (2019) to 16.29% (2024).
Location
3708 Myrtle Ave., North Highlands, CA 95660
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oakdale Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Frederick Joyce Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PRESENTATION OF THE BLESSED MARY SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Sacramento), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Madison Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in North Highlands, see our North Highlands schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95660 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,957
Median Home Value
$330,600
Median Rent
$1,650/mo
Population
35,668
College Educated
11.4%
Homeownership
60.3%
Avg Commute
32.2 min
Poverty Rate
19.3%
Median Age
33.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Oakdale Elementary has a median household income of $66,957. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $330,600, with a median rent of $1,650/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.3%. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| A. H. Morgan Elementary Rialto, CA | 5.5 |
| Alice Birney Elementary Colton, CA | 5.5 |
| Big Springs Elementary Simi Valley, CA | 5.5 |
| Bixby Elementary Long Beach, CA | 5.5 |
| Blackford Elementary San Jose, CA | 5.5 |
| Blanche Sprentz Elementary Folsom, CA | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oakdale Elementary
What grades does Oakdale Elementary serve?
Oakdale Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Oakdale Elementary?
Oakdale Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 547 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakdale Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Oakdale Elementary is 22.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oakdale Elementary rank in CA?
Oakdale Elementary is ranked #6541 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Oakdale Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Oakdale Elementary has a composite rating of 5.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Oakdale Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Oakdale Elementary has 12.2% math proficiency and 17.1% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Oakdale Elementary a charter school?
No, Oakdale Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oakdale Elementary a Title I school?
No, Oakdale Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oakdale Elementary?
90.5% of students at Oakdale Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Elevated (726/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 547
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Phone
- (916) 566-1910
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Twin Rivers Unified- District Enrollment
- 24,386
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,322
- District Rank
- #29 of 43
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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