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#1739 of 1,786 schools in TN

Oakland Elementary

Elementary School · Fayette County Public Schools

14925 Hwy 194 North, Oakland, TN 38060

Enrollment

674

Student-Teacher

25.9:1

Score

3.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,739 of 1,786

In Oakland

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

Fayette County Public Schools

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Oakland Elementary

3.1/10

Elementary School in Oakland · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

West Junior High School

3.4/10

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4.7/10

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About Oakland Elementary

Oakland Elementary is a public elementary school in Oakland, TN, part of Fayette County Public Schools. Oakland Elementary serves approximately 674 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 25.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,739 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Oakland Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.8
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Oakland Elementary runs 25.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16.9% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.6% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-22.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22.2 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-23.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
Resources & Environment1.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio25.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,987
Chronic Absenteeism21.4%

Oakland Elementary — Students at Oakland Elementary score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 32.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 30.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
14%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
21%
2022
Math
15.5%
ELA
17.3%
2025
Math
16.9%
ELA
18.6%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Oakland Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
3.1/10
3th percentile in TN
Academic
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
26:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.4%

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

14925 Hwy 194 North, Oakland, TN 38060

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oakland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Arlington Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Donelson Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tara Oaks Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Collierville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.3 mi
School Distance Rating
West Junior High School Oakland 1.8 mi 3.4
Southwest Elementary Macon 6.5 mi 4.7
GALLAWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gallaway 8.6 mi
FAYETTE ACADEMY Somerville 7.9 mi 5.1
Donelson Elementary Arlington 8.1 mi 9.0
East Jr. High School Somerville 9.1 mi 5.8
Arlington High Arlington 9.1 mi 7.8
Barbara Ward Cooper Education Center Somerville 9.2 mi 5.7
Arlington Elementary Arlington 9.3 mi 9.3
Fayette Ware Comprehensive High School Somerville 9.3 mi 3.2
Buckley-Carpenter Elementary School Somerville 9.6 mi 6.1
MORRIS WILSON CAMPUS SCHOOL Arlington 9.8 mi 7.2
MACON ROAD BAPTIST SCHOOL Arlington 10.1 mi 8.2
Arlington Middle Arlington 10.3 mi 8.1
ROSSVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Rossville 13.3 mi 5.8
Mt. Pisgah Middle/High Cordova 11.8 mi 2.4
Tara Oaks Elementary School Collierville 13.4 mi 8.7
Lakeland Elementary School Lakeland 11.9 mi 8.3
La Grange Moscow Elementary Moscow 14.5 mi 5.3
HERITAGE BAPTIST ACADEMY Cordova 13.3 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,277

Median Home Value

$293,500

Median Rent

$1,478/mo

Population

12,360

College Educated

28.8%

Homeownership

86.4%

Avg Commute

37.7 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

42.5

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Chadwell Elementary Madison, TN 3.2
David Youree Elementary Smyrna, TN 3.2
Ingram Sowell Elementary Lawrenceburg, TN 3.2
Cumberland Elementary Nashville, TN 3.3
East Elementary School Humboldt, TN 2.9
Downtown Elementary Memphis, TN 3.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oakland Elementary

What grades does Oakland Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Oakland Elementary?

Oakland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 674 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakland Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Oakland Elementary is 25.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oakland Elementary rank in TN?

Oakland Elementary ranks #1,739 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Oakland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Oakland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Oakland Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oakland Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Oakland Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Oakland Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
674
Student-Teacher Ratio
25.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Fayette County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.4%

District

Fayette County Public Schools
District Enrollment
3,195
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,987
District Rank
#7 of 7

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