Oakdale Elementary

Oakdale Elementary serves 541 students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Brandon, Mississippi, earning recognition as one of the state's top-performing elementary schools. With a ranking of 67th out of 865 schools statewide, placing it in the 92nd percentile, the school demonstrates strong academic achievement that reflects the commitment of its 41 full-time teachers and supportive community. The school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 13.2 to 1, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom.

Academic performance is particularly strong in mathematics, where 70% of students achieve proficiency or above across grade levels, while 57% demonstrate proficiency in English language arts and reading. These results contribute to Oakdale's impressive 8.9 out of 10 academic score and overall MySchoolScout rating of 7.7. The school draws families from a well-educated community where 45% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the median household income reaches $94,433.

This stable economic foundation, reflected in a low 5.4% poverty rate, supports student success both at home and school. Located on Oakdale Road in Rankin County, the school sits in a rural setting near Brandon, offering students a quieter learning environment while remaining connected to the broader educational opportunities of the region.

Located in a rural area, Oakdale Elementary 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.