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#430 of 990 schools in CT

Top 43% in state

Great Oak Elementary School

Elementary School · Oxford School District

50 Great Oak Road, Oxford, CT 06478

Enrollment

358

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

6.8

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#430 of 990

In Oxford

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Oxford School District

Academic growth

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Great Oak Elementary School

6.8/10

Elementary School in Oxford · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Oxford Middle School

4.9/10

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6.1/10

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About Great Oak Elementary School

Great Oak Elementary School is a public elementary school in Oxford, CT, part of Oxford School District. Great Oak Elementary School serves approximately 358 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Great Oak Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #430 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Great Oak Elementary School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • CT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Great Oak Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.63 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency63% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)68% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,448
Chronic Absenteeism7%

Great Oak Elementary School — Students at Great Oak Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 69.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 71.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
90%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
95%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
60%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
65%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
51%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
51%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
60%
ELA
65%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.

How Great Oak Elementary School Compares

See how Great Oak Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
57th percentile in CT
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
16%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.0%

Location

50 Great Oak Road, Oxford, CT 06478

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Great Oak Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Laurel Ledge School (rated 8.4/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Beacon Falls), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chatfield-LoPresti School (rated 7.7/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Seymour), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Pomperaug Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Southbury), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Oxford, see our Oxford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Oxford Middle School Oxford 0.2 mi 4.9
Quaker Farms School Oxford 0.3 mi 6.1
Oxford High School Oxford 2.7 mi 5.9
Seymour Middle School Seymour 3.5 mi 4.7
Seymour High School Seymour 3.3 mi 5.6
Woodland Regional High School Beacon Falls 3.0 mi 6.9
Bungay School Seymour 3.5 mi 6.4
Pomperaug Regional High School Southbury 5.7 mi 8.4
Long Meadow Elementary School Middlebury 5.7 mi 7.0
Laurel Ledge School Beacon Falls 4.5 mi 8.4
Chatfield-LoPresti School Seymour 4.5 mi 7.7
Masuk High School Monroe 5.7 mi 7.1
Rochambeau Middle School Southbury 5.3 mi 7.6
ASSUMPTION SCHOOL Ansonia 5.9 mi 3.4
Derby Middle School Derby 6.4 mi 4.7
Andrew Avenue School Naugatuck 5.8 mi 6.5
Pomperaug Elementary School Southbury 5.4 mi 7.7
Derby High School Derby 6.5 mi 4.7
Naugatuck High School Naugatuck 6.0 mi 3.7
Ansonia Middle School Ansonia 6.3 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06478 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$125,563

Median Home Value

$454,900

Median Rent

$1,411/mo

Population

12,870

College Educated

45.8%

Homeownership

91.1%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

2.4%

Median Age

44.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Great Oak Elementary School

What grades does Great Oak Elementary School serve?

Great Oak Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Great Oak Elementary School?

Great Oak Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 358 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Oak Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Great Oak Elementary School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Great Oak Elementary School rank in CT?

Great Oak Elementary School ranks #430 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Great Oak Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Great Oak Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Great Oak Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Great Oak Elementary School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Great Oak Elementary School a charter school?

No, Great Oak Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Great Oak Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Great Oak Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Great Oak Elementary School?

15.9% of students at Great Oak Elementary School 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

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
1 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Connecticut Planning Region 4
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.0%

District

Oxford School District
District Enrollment
1,667
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,448
District Rank
#1 of 4

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