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Oakland Elementary School

Elementary School · Lafayette School Corporation

611 South 21st Street, Lafayette, IN 47904

Enrollment

193

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,179 of 1,823

In Lafayette

#12 of 24

public schools

In district

#5 of 11

Lafayette School Corporation

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Oakland Elementary School

5.7/10

Elementary School in Lafayette · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.2/10

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5.6/10

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About Oakland Elementary School

Oakland Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lafayette, IN, part of Lafayette School Corporation. Oakland Elementary School serves approximately 193 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,179 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Oakland Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • IN avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 193 students, Oakland Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-4.15 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.4% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32.6% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-11.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.6 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected+10.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,504
Chronic Absenteeism25.4%

Oakland Elementary School — Students at Oakland Elementary School score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.9% (multi-year average, 2015-2025)
School
State
47.6% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 54.6% (multi-year average, 2015-2025)
School
State
40.7% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 23 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2015
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
57%
2025
Math
40.1%
ELA
32.2%

* 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: 3.3/10.

How Oakland Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
35th percentile in IN
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

611 South 21st Street, Lafayette, IN 47904

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oakland Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Edgelea Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Vinton Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lafayette, see our Lafayette schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Murdock Elementary School Lafayette 0.7 mi 5.2
Lafayette Sunnyside Intermediate Lafayette 0.8 mi 5.6
Jefferson High School Lafayette 0.8 mi 5.3
LAFAYETTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lafayette 0.9 mi 6.9
ST MARY CATHEDRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lafayette 0.8 mi 7.0
Excel Center - Lafayette Lafayette 0.9 mi 3.0
Lafayette Tecumseh Jr High School Lafayette 1.0 mi 5.6
ST BONIFACE SCHOOL Lafayette 1.1 mi 6.7
ST JAMES LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lafayette 1.2 mi 6.7
FOLLOW THE CHILD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lafayette 1.2 mi
Thomas Miller Elementary School Lafayette 1.2 mi 5.3
ST LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lafayette 1.6 mi 7.4
CENTRAL CATHOLIC JR SR HIGH SCHOOL Lafayette 1.5 mi 7.2
Miami Elementary School Lafayette 1.6 mi 5.0
Edgelea Elementary School Lafayette 1.7 mi 7.7
Vinton Elementary School Lafayette 1.8 mi 7.1
KINDER CARE Lafayette 2.0 mi
Glen Acres Elementary School Lafayette 2.0 mi 6.3
Amelia Earhart Elementary School Lafayette 2.3 mi 7.0
West Lafayette Jr/Sr High School West Lafayette 2.7 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 47904 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$46,841

Median Home Value

$118,700

Median Rent

$965/mo

Population

16,340

College Educated

18.9%

Homeownership

41.3%

Avg Commute

17.1 min

Poverty Rate

19.5%

Median Age

34.2

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School Rating
ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Vernon, IN 5.7
ST MARY OF-THE-KNOBS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Floyds Knobs, IN 5.7
Willard Elementary School Winchester, IN 5.7
EMMAUS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fort Wayne, IN 5.8
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC Jeffersonville, IN 5.8
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oakland Elementary School

What grades does Oakland Elementary School serve?

Oakland Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Oakland Elementary School?

Oakland Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 193 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakland Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Oakland Elementary School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oakland Elementary School rank in IN?

Oakland Elementary School ranks #1,179 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Oakland Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oakland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Oakland Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oakland Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).

Is Oakland Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Oakland Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

74.6% of students at Oakland 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
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
193
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Tippecanoe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.4%

District

Lafayette School Corporation
District Enrollment
7,152
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,504
District Rank
#5 of 11

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