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#109 of 990 schools in CT

Top 11% in state

Oakdale School

Elementary School · Montville School District

30 Indiana Circle, Oakdale, CT 06370

Enrollment

304

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#109 of 990

In Oakdale

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Montville School District

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Oakdale School

8.7/10

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

Dr. Charles E. Murphy School

8.3/10

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5.7/10

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About Oakdale School

Oakdale School is a public elementary school in Oakdale, CT, part of Montville School District. Oakdale School serves approximately 304 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakdale School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #109 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Oakdale School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.0
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,421
Chronic Absenteeism8.2%

Oakdale School — Students at Oakdale School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 76.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 75.1% (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
92%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
67%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Oakdale School Compares

See how Oakdale School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
89th percentile in CT
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.2%

Location

30 Indiana Circle, Oakdale, CT 06370

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oakdale School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thomas W. Mahan School (rated 9.1/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Norwich), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Flanders School (rated 9.1/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby East Lyme), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Dr. Charles E. Murphy School (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Oakdale, see our Oakdale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Dr. Charles E. Murphy School Oakdale 1.7 mi 8.3
Leonard J. Tyl Middle School Oakdale 1.7 mi 5.7
Montville High School Oakdale 1.7 mi 6.7
ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Oakdale 3.2 mi 6.6
WATERFORD COUNTRY SCHOOL Quaker Hill 4.4 mi 8.1
BAPTIST BIBLE ACADEMY Waterford 4.7 mi 5.5
Salem Elementary School Salem 4.4 mi 8.3
BRADLEY SCHOOL-NEW LONDON REGIONAL Uncasville 4.8 mi 7.6
Thomas W. Mahan School Norwich 4.9 mi 9.1
ST BERNARD SCHOOL Uncasville 4.6 mi 5.4
Three Rivers Middle College Magnet School Norwich 5.3 mi 8.2
Mohegan School Uncasville 5.1 mi 7.1
Fields Memorial School Bozrah 6.7 mi 4.7
John B. Stanton School Norwich 5.9 mi 4.8
East Lyme High School East Lyme 7.2 mi 8.2
Quaker Hill Elementary School Quaker Hill 6.3 mi 7.3
Uncas Elementary School Norwich 5.7 mi 5.6
MONTESSORI DISCOVERY SCHOOL Norwich 6.1 mi 4.6
Flanders School East Lyme 7.3 mi 9.1
Teachers' Memorial Global Studies Magnet Middle School Norwich 6.3 mi 3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06370 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,891

Median Home Value

$304,500

Median Rent

$964/mo

Population

7,547

College Educated

31.6%

Homeownership

91.4%

Avg Commute

27.9 min

Poverty Rate

3%

Median Age

40.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
A. W. Cox School Guilford, CT 8.7
Branchville Elementary School Ridgefield, CT 8.7
Burr District Elementary School Higganum, CT 8.7
Evarts C. Stevens School Wallingford, CT 8.7
Richard D. Hubbard School Berlin, CT 8.7
Spring Glen School Hamden, CT 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oakdale School

What grades does Oakdale School serve?

Oakdale School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Oakdale School?

Oakdale School has an enrollment of approximately 304 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakdale School?

The student-teacher ratio at Oakdale School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oakdale School rank in CT?

Oakdale School ranks #109 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Oakdale School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oakdale School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Oakdale School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oakdale School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Oakdale School a charter school?

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

Is Oakdale School a Title I school?

No, Oakdale School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oakdale School?

35.2% of students at Oakdale 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
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 8
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.2%

District

Montville School District
District Enrollment
2,021
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,421
District Rank
#1 of 5

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