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#1084 of 1,992 schools in MN
Oakland Education Center
School · Austin Albert Lea Area Special Educ
2001 2ND AVE NW, Austin, MN 55912
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
3.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
37
Student-Teacher
3.7:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,084 of 1,992
In Austin
#4 of 13
public schools
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Oakland Education Center
Oakland Education Center is a public school in Austin, MN, part of Austin Albert Lea Area Special Educ. Oakland Education Center serves approximately 37 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 3.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakland Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,084 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Oakland Education Center show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 37 students, Oakland Education Center 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.
Test scores at Oakland Education Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 3.7:1 students to teachers, Oakland Education Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Oakland Education Center — Students at Oakland Education Center score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 14 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How Oakland Education Center Compares
See how Oakland Education Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2001 2ND AVE NW, Austin, MN 55912
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oakland Education Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. NEW DOMINION SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PACELLI CATHOLIC SCHOOLS (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, AUSTIN COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTER (rated 5.6/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BANFIELD ELEMENTARY Austin | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| SUMNER ELEMENTARY Austin | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| PACELLI CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Austin | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| SOUTHGATE ELEMENTARY Austin | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| AUSTIN SENIOR HIGH Austin | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| AUSTIN AREA LEARNING CENTER Austin | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Austin Online Academy Austin | 1.1 mi | 2.9 |
| AUSTIN COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTER Austin | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| WOODSON KINDERGARTEN CENTER Austin | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| ELLIS MIDDLE Austin | 2.6 mi | 4.6 |
| I.J. HOLTON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Austin | 2.7 mi | 4.7 |
| NEVELN ELEMENTARY Austin | 2.9 mi | 3.7 |
| NEW DOMINION SCHOOL Austin | 3.5 mi | 8.6 |
| NEW DOMINION ACADEMY Austin | 3.6 mi | — |
| SMEC ALC Austin | 6.5 mi | 6.7 |
| RESET Austin | 6.5 mi | — |
| LYLE ELEMENTARY Lyle | 11.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Lyle High School Lyle | 11.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Lyle Middle Lyle | 11.4 mi | 4.2 |
| BLOOMING PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY Blooming Prairie | 14.1 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55912 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,205
Median Home Value
$161,800
Median Rent
$864/mo
Population
29,438
College Educated
23.7%
Homeownership
72.2%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
37.4
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| ALTONA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Henderson, MN | 6.1 |
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| MN ACADEMY FOR THE BLIND Faribault, MN | 6.1 |
| CHESTER CREEK ACADEMY Duluth, MN | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oakland Education Center
What grades does Oakland Education Center serve?
Oakland Education Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Oakland Education Center?
Oakland Education Center has an enrollment of approximately 37 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakland Education Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Oakland Education Center is 3.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oakland Education Center rank in MN?
Oakland Education Center ranks #1,084 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Oakland Education Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Oakland Education Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Education Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oakland Education Center has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Oakland Education Center a charter school?
No, Oakland Education Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oakland Education Center a Title I school?
No, Oakland Education Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oakland Education Center?
78.4% of students at Oakland Education Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 37
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.4%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Mower County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 75.7%
- Phone
- (507) 460-1917
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
Austin Albert Lea Area Special Educ- District Enrollment
- 37
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $73,500
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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