Very Good
#704 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 27% in state
Oak Grove Elementary
Elementary School · Durham Public Schools
3810 Wake Forest Road, Durham, NC 27703
Enrollment
448
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
448
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#704 of 2,648
In Durham
#24 of 68
public schools
In district
#21 of 54
Durham Public Schools
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Oak Grove Elementary
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About Oak Grove Elementary
Oak Grove Elementary is a public elementary school in Durham, NC, part of Durham Public Schools. Oak Grove Elementary serves approximately 448 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Grove Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #704 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Oak Grove Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Oak Grove 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 Grove Elementary — Students at Oak Grove Elementary score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.2/10.
How Oak Grove Elementary Compares
See how Oak Grove Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3810 Wake Forest Road, Durham, NC 27703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oak Grove Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Burton Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Reaching All Minds Academy (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Glenn Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 3.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Durham, see our Durham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Southern School of Energy and Sustainabi Durham | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| TUTORIAL -1/2 CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Durham | 1.3 mi | — |
| Spring Valley Elementary Durham | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Reaching All Minds Academy Durham | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Neal Middle Durham | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| BETHESDA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Durham | 2.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Merrick-Moore Elementary Durham | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Bethesda Elementary Durham | 2.9 mi | 5.8 |
| GIFT OF KNOWLEDGE ACADEMY Durham | 2.7 mi | — |
| Glenn Elementary Durham | 3.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Research Triangle Charter Durham | 3.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Y E Smith Elementary Durham | 3.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Maureen Joy Charter School Durham | 3.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Durham's Performance Learning Center Durham | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Middle College HS @ DTCC Durham | 3.5 mi | 9.5 |
| KIPP Durham College Preparatory Durham | 3.6 mi | 6.9 |
| R N Harris Elementary Durham | 3.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Eastway Elementary Durham | 3.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Burton Elementary Durham | 3.8 mi | 9.0 |
| EMPOWERED MINDS ACADEMY Durham | 4.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,953
Median Home Value
$340,500
Median Rent
$1,469/mo
Population
62,994
College Educated
45.1%
Homeownership
65.2%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
35.9
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| Chantilly Montessori Charlotte, NC | 7.5 |
| Claxton Elementary Asheville, NC | 7.5 |
| Creech Road Elementary Garner, NC | 7.5 |
| GW Carver Elementary Kannapolis, NC | 7.5 |
Compare Oak Grove Elementary with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareOak Grove Elementary vs Southwest ElementaryDurham, NC Peer score 8.3/10 +0.8 vs Oak Grove Elementary
- CompareOak Grove Elementary vs Easley ElementaryDurham, NC Peer score 8.7/10 +1.2 vs Oak Grove Elementary
- CompareOak Grove Elementary vs Morehead MontessoriDurham, NC Peer score 8.8/10 +1.3 vs Oak Grove Elementary
- CompareOak Grove Elementary vs Burton ElementaryDurham, NC Peer score 9.0/10 +1.5 vs Oak Grove Elementary
- CompareOak Grove Elementary vs Glenn ElementaryDurham, NC Peer score 7.8/10 +0.3 vs Oak Grove Elementary
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oak Grove Elementary
What grades does Oak Grove Elementary serve?
Oak Grove Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Oak Grove Elementary?
Oak Grove Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 448 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oak Grove Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Oak Grove Elementary is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oak Grove Elementary rank in NC?
Oak Grove Elementary ranks #704 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Oak Grove Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Oak Grove Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Grove Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oak Grove Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Oak Grove Elementary a charter school?
No, Oak Grove Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oak Grove Elementary a Title I school?
No, Oak Grove Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oak Grove Elementary?
99.3% of students at Oak Grove Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 448
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Durham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.3%
- Phone
- (919) 560-3960
Resources & Links
District
Durham Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 31,339
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,239
- District Rank
- #21 of 54
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