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Oak Bluffs Elementary
Elementary School · Oak Bluffs
PO Box 1325, Oak Bluffs, MA 02557
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,066 of 1,793
In Oak Bluffs
#2 of 2
public schools
Equity
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Oak Bluffs Elementary
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About Oak Bluffs Elementary
Oak Bluffs Elementary is a public elementary school in Oak Bluffs, MA, part of Oak Bluffs. Oak Bluffs Elementary serves approximately 419 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Bluffs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,066 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Oak Bluffs Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.1:1 students to teachers, Oak Bluffs Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
46% of students at Oak Bluffs Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Oak Bluffs Elementary — Students at Oak Bluffs Elementary score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 130 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.6/10.
How Oak Bluffs Elementary Compares
See how Oak Bluffs Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 1325, Oak Bluffs, MA 02557
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oak Bluffs Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chilmark Elementary (rated 9.8/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Chilmark), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Falmouth Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby North Falmouth), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kenneth Coombs School (rated 7.7/10, 12.6 miles away, in nearby Mashpee), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oak Bluffs, see our Oak Bluffs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VINEYARD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Vineyard Haven | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Martha's Vineyard Regional High Oak Bluffs | 2.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Tisbury Elementary Vineyard Haven | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Edgartown Elementary Edgartown | 4.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Martha's Vineyard Charter Public School West Tisbury | 5.3 mi | 7.5 |
| West Tisbury Elementary West Tisbury | 5.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Mullen-Hall Falmouth | 7.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Morse Pond School Falmouth | 8.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Lawrence Falmouth | 7.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Teaticket East Falmouth | 8.4 mi | 7.1 |
| FALMOUTH ACADEMY Falmouth | 8.4 mi | 6.6 |
| East Falmouth Elementary East Falmouth | 9.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Falmouth High Falmouth | 10.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Mashpee Middle-High School Mashpee | 12.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Kenneth Coombs School Mashpee | 12.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Quashnet School Mashpee | 12.8 mi | 6.1 |
| North Falmouth Elementary North Falmouth | 13.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Chilmark Elementary Chilmark | 11.6 mi | 9.8 |
| Forestdale School Sandwich | 17.6 mi | 7.5 |
| CAPE COD ACADEMY Osterville | 16.4 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02557 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,287
Median Home Value
$1,006,000
Population
1,849
College Educated
41.9%
Homeownership
67.2%
Poverty Rate
14.5%
Median Age
53.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Everett Elementary School Dorchester, MA | 5.8 |
| Haley Pilot School Roslindale, MA | 5.8 |
| Holmes Elementary School Dorchester, MA | 5.8 |
| Houghton Elementary Sterling, MA | 5.8 |
| Hurley K-8 School Boston, MA | 5.8 |
| John Breen School Lawrence, MA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oak Bluffs Elementary
What grades does Oak Bluffs Elementary serve?
Oak Bluffs Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Oak Bluffs Elementary?
Oak Bluffs Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 419 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oak Bluffs Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Oak Bluffs Elementary is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oak Bluffs Elementary rank in MA?
Oak Bluffs Elementary ranks #1,066 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Oak Bluffs Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Oak Bluffs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Oak Bluffs Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oak Bluffs Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Oak Bluffs Elementary a charter school?
No, Oak Bluffs Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oak Bluffs Elementary a Title I school?
No, Oak Bluffs Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 419
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Dukes County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.3%
- Phone
- (508) 693-0951
Resources & Links
District
Oak Bluffs- District Enrollment
- 419
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,226
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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