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#778 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 44% in state

Oakland High School

High School · Rutherford County

2225 Patriot DR, Murfreesboro, TN 37130

Enrollment

1,947

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

6.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#778 of 1,786

In Murfreesboro

#13 of 32

public schools

In district

#18 of 50

Rutherford County

Equity

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Oakland High School

6.8/10

High School in Murfreesboro · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.5/10

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5.8/10

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About Oakland High School

Oakland High School is a public high school in Murfreesboro, TN, part of Rutherford County. Oakland High School serves approximately 1,947 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakland High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #778 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Oakland High School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • TN avg 5.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.8% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+2.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18.2 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+0.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
College Readiness8.4Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate96%
AP Participation10.9%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,708
Chronic Absenteeism16.1%

Oakland High School — Students at Oakland High School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 54.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 30 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
30%
ELA
60%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
68%
2015
Math
16%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
24.5%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
49%
2025
Math
41.8%
ELA
59%

* 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: 3.7/10.

How Oakland High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
57th percentile in TN
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
6
2 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
135 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered IB Programme
10.9% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·57 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics6sports offered
2 boys'·4 girls'·25 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

2225 Patriot DR, Murfreesboro, TN 37130

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oakland High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Central Magnet School (rated 8.0/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Holloway High School (rated 6.5/10, 3.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CEDAR GROVE SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Murfreesboro, see our Murfreesboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Oakland Middle School Murfreesboro 0.3 mi 6.5
John Pittard Elementary Murfreesboro 0.3 mi 5.8
PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Murfreesboro 1.2 mi 7.0
CEDAR GROVE SCHOOL Murfreesboro 1.4 mi 6.3
ST ROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Murfreesboro 1.6 mi 6.9
Daniel McKee Alternative School Murfreesboro 1.7 mi 5.4
Reeves-Rogers Elementary Murfreesboro 2.0 mi 6.6
MIDDLE TENNESSEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Murfreesboro 2.0 mi 4.9
MONTESSORI WEAVER SCHOOL Murfreesboro 2.0 mi
Northfield Elementary Murfreesboro 2.4 mi 7.0
Homer Pittard Campus School Murfreesboro 2.8 mi 7.6
Erma Siegel Elementary Murfreesboro 2.8 mi 7.6
Central Magnet School Murfreesboro 3.0 mi 8.0
Hobgood Elementary Murfreesboro 3.2 mi 5.0
Mitchell-Neilson Elementary Murfreesboro 3.0 mi 6.4
Siegel Middle School Murfreesboro 3.1 mi 6.7
Bradley Academy - An Arts Integrated School Murfreesboro 3.5 mi 7.8
Holloway High School Murfreesboro 3.6 mi 6.5
Siegel High School Murfreesboro 3.3 mi 6.3
GENESIS TEEN LEARNING CENTER @ RUTHERFORD COUNTY Murfreesboro 3.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,389

Median Home Value

$347,100

Median Rent

$1,157/mo

Population

57,768

College Educated

37.5%

Homeownership

48.7%

Avg Commute

25.1 min

Poverty Rate

16.4%

Median Age

33

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oakland High School

What grades does Oakland High School serve?

Oakland High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Oakland High School?

Oakland High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,947 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakland High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Oakland High School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oakland High School rank in TN?

Oakland High School ranks #778 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Oakland High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oakland High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oakland High School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Oakland High School a charter school?

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

Is Oakland High School a Title I school?

No, Oakland High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,947
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
135
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Rutherford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.1%
4-Year Graduation
96.0%

District

Rutherford County
District Enrollment
51,595
Schools in District
51
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,708
District Rank
#18 of 50

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