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#866 of 1,176 schools in SC
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Oakland Primary
Elementary School · Sumter 01
5415 Oakland Drive, Sumter, SC 29154
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 18 schools in Sumter. Learn more
Enrollment
504
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
504
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
South Carolina schools
#866 of 1,176
In Sumter
#9 of 20
public schools
In district
#9 of 24
Sumter 01
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Oakland Primary
Elementary School in Sumter · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Oakland Primary
Oakland Primary is a public elementary school in Sumter, SC, part of Sumter 01. Oakland Primary serves approximately 504 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakland Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #866 of 1,176 schools in SC.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 4.0
- SC avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Oakland Primary Compares
See how Oakland Primary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5415 Oakland Drive, Sumter, SC 29154
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oakland Primary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WEDGEFIELD UNIVERSITY FOR KIDS (rated 7.0/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Wedgefield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alice Drive Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 7.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Liberty STEAM Charter School (rated 6.8/10, 9.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sumter, see our Sumter schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Shaw Heights Elementary Shaw Air Force Base | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| High Hills Elementary Shaw Air Force Base | 0.9 mi | 2.7 |
| Cherryvale Elementary Sumter | 2.4 mi | 2.9 |
| Hillcrest Middle Dalzell | 3.5 mi | 4.6 |
| THOMAS SUMTER ACADEMY Rembert | 3.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Rafting Creek Elementary Rembert | 5.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Ebenezer Middle Sumter | 5.6 mi | 2.2 |
| WEDGEFIELD UNIVERSITY FOR KIDS Wedgefield | 6.6 mi | 7.0 |
| WILSON HALL Sumter | 6.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Alice Drive Elementary Sumter | 7.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Alice Drive Middle Sumter | 7.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Millwood Elementary Sumter | 7.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Sumter High School Sumter | 8.3 mi | 6.8 |
| TEMPLE CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Sumter | 8.2 mi | — |
| SUMTER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sumter | 7.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Lewis High Rembert | 8.6 mi | — |
| Willow Drive Elementary Sumter | 8.2 mi | 2.1 |
| WESTSIDE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sumter | 8.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Liberty STEAM Charter School Sumter | 9.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Kingsbury Elementary Sumter | 9.7 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 29154 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,105
Median Home Value
$182,600
Median Rent
$1,107/mo
Population
29,659
College Educated
25.4%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
36.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Crestview Elementary Greer, SC | 5.1 |
| Dutch Fork Elementary Irmo, SC | 5.1 |
| Jefferson Elementary Warrenville, SC | 5.1 |
| North Central Elementary Kershaw, SC | 5.1 |
| Saluda Elementary Saluda, SC | 5.1 |
| Westview Elementary Goose Creek, SC | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oakland Primary
What grades does Oakland Primary serve?
Oakland Primary serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Oakland Primary?
Oakland Primary has an enrollment of approximately 504 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakland Primary?
The student-teacher ratio at Oakland Primary is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oakland Primary rank in SC?
Oakland Primary ranks #866 of 1,176 schools in SC.
What is Oakland Primary's MySchoolScout rating?
Oakland Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Oakland Primary a charter school?
No, Oakland Primary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oakland Primary a Title I school?
No, Oakland Primary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oakland Primary?
100.0% of students at Oakland Primary 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 – 1st
- Enrollment
- 504
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Sumter County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.3%
- Phone
- (803) 499-3366
Resources & Links
District
Sumter 01- District Enrollment
- 14,301
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,795
- District Rank
- #9 of 24
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