Oak-land Middle School

Oak-Land Middle School serves 935 students in grades 6-8 in Lake Elmo, Minnesota, operating with a student-teacher ratio of 23.4:1 and 40 full-time equivalent teachers. The school receives a MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #968 out of 2027 middle schools statewide, placing it in the 52nd percentile among Minnesota schools. Academically, Oak-Land Middle School shows consistent performance with 52% of students achieving proficient or above levels in both English Language Arts/Reading and Mathematics across grade levels.

While there's room for academic growth, the school maintains steady achievement levels in core subjects with an academic score of 7.0 out of 10. The school draws families from an affluent community where the median household income reaches $157,923 and 61% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood reflects economic stability with a low 4.0% poverty rate and median home values of $559,700, creating a supportive environment for education.

Oak-Land Middle School is situated in Washington County's rural setting near the town of Lake Elmo, offering students the benefits of a close-knit community atmosphere while maintaining access to quality educational resources in this well-established Minnesota locale.

The student-teacher ratio at Oak-land Middle School is 23.4:1, 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.

Located in a rural area, Oak-land Middle School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.