Excellent

#50 of 1,176 schools in SC

Top 4% in state

Oakridge Elementary

Elementary School · York 02

5670 Oakridge Road, Clover, SC 29710

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

851

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

851

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#50 of 1,176

In Clover

#1 of 10

public schools

In district

#1 of 10

York 02

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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About Oakridge Elementary

Oakridge Elementary is a public elementary school in Clover, SC, part of York 02. Oakridge Elementary serves approximately 851 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #50 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Oakridge Elementary show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts above district

8.6

This school 8.6 · Excellent
District avg 7.6
SC avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Oakridge Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress8.9Excellent50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data7

Annual Change+0.24 pts/yr

Data Period2016–2022

TrendStable

Academics8.7Excellent30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency79% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency71% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+5.7 pts

Adjusted Percentile81th

Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1

Per-Pupil Spending$13,691

Chronic Absenteeism6.3%

Oakridge Elementary — Students at Oakridge Elementary score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 77.7% (multi-year average, 2016-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 66.6% (multi-year average, 2016-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 14 test records from SC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2016

Math

80%

ELA

61%

2017

Math

83%

ELA

64%

2018

Math

77%

ELA

70%

2019

Math

77%

ELA

70%

2020*

Math

74%

ELA

65%

2021*

Math

74%

ELA

65%

2022

Math

79%

ELA

71%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Oakridge Elementary Compares

See how Oakridge Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

8.6/10

96th percentile in SC

Academic

8.7/10

Excellent

Growth

8.9/10

Excellent

Environment

7.8/10

Very Good

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

28%

Teaching Staff

15:1 student-teacher ratio

56 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

6.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available

This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5670 Oakridge Road, Clover, SC 29710

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oakridge Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hawks Nest STEAM Academy (rated 9.4/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Gastonia), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Palisades Park Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Charlotte), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Griggs Road Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 4.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Clover, see our Clover schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Oakridge Middle Clover	0.2 mi	1,141	7.3
Crowders Creek Elementary Clover	1.5 mi	1,155	7.9
Bethel Elementary Clover	3.0 mi	356	8.0
LAKE POINTE ACADEMY York	4.4 mi	205	5.5
Forestview High Gastonia	4.4 mi	1,116	6.3
W A Bess Elementary School Gastonia	4.7 mi	641	6.7
Griggs Road Elementary Clover	4.3 mi	529	8.1
PALISADES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Charlotte	5.0 mi	184	6.5
Palisades Park Elementary Charlotte	4.8 mi	929	8.3
GASTON DAY SCHOOL Gastonia	5.7 mi	445	7.8
New Hope Elementary Gastonia	5.9 mi	541	7.2
Palisades High School Charlotte	5.1 mi	2,241	—
Clover High Clover	5.1 mi	2,698	7.9
Cramerton Middle Cramerton	6.7 mi	919	8.0
Winget Park Elementary Charlotte	5.6 mi	701	6.8
Hawks Nest STEAM Academy Gastonia	7.0 mi	351	9.4
Robinson Elementary Gastonia	7.0 mi	434	3.9
Southwest Middle School Charlotte	6.3 mi	1,287	3.3
Belmont Middle Belmont	7.4 mi	765	7.0
Unity Classical Charter School Charlotte	6.5 mi	763	6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29710 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,558

Median Home Value

$330,900

Median Rent

$1,396/mo

Population

39,988

College Educated

34.5%

Homeownership

79.4%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

39.5

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Waccamaw Elementary Pawleys Island, SC	540	8.6
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oakridge Elementary

What grades does Oakridge Elementary serve?

Oakridge Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Oakridge Elementary?

Oakridge Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 851 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakridge Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Oakridge Elementary is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oakridge Elementary rank in SC?

Oakridge Elementary ranks #50 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Oakridge Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Oakridge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Oakridge Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oakridge Elementary has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).

Is Oakridge Elementary a charter school?

No, Oakridge Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Oakridge Elementary a Title I school?

No, Oakridge Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oakridge Elementary?

27.7% of students at Oakridge 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.