Oakes Elementary School

Oakes Elementary School serves 247 students in grades PreK through 6 in the remote rural community of Oakes, North Dakota. With a favorable student-teacher ratio of 11.2:1 and 22 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides personalized attention that has contributed to its strong academic standing. The school has earned recognition as one of North Dakota's top elementary schools, ranking 41st out of 457 schools statewide and placing in the 91st percentile.

This impressive performance is reflected in its MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and academic score of 8.6 out of 10. Students demonstrate solid academic achievement, with 52% reaching proficiency or above in English Language Arts and Reading, while 57% meet or exceed proficiency standards in Mathematics. Oakes Elementary draws from a stable rural community where the median household income is $75,066 and the poverty rate sits at a relatively low 9.4%.

The surrounding area has a median home value of $166,000, with 26% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher. Located at 804 Main Avenue in Dickey County, the school serves as an educational cornerstone in this tight-knit rural community of approximately 2,806 residents.

Located in a rural area, Oakes Elementary 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.