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Very Good

#524 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 29% in state

Oakmont Elementary

Elementary School · Dickson County

630 Hwy 46 South, Dickson, TN 37055

Enrollment

482

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#524 of 1,786

In Dickson

#3 of 7

public schools

In district

#4 of 17

Dickson County

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Oakmont Elementary

7.4/10

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

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About Oakmont Elementary

Oakmont Elementary is a public elementary school in Dickson, TN, part of Dickson County. Oakmont Elementary serves approximately 482 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakmont Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #524 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Oakmont Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Oakmont 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 Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.8% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.1% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+2.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.3 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-2.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,729
Chronic Absenteeism17%

Oakmont Elementary — Students at Oakmont Elementary score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 41.3% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
48%
ELA
43%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
45%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
41%
ELA
41.1%
2025
Math
41.8%
ELA
43.1%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Oakmont Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.4/10
71th percentile in TN
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.0%

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

630 Hwy 46 South, Dickson, TN 37055

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oakmont Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Centennial Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Dickson Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, The Discovery School (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Dickson, see our Dickson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.6 mi
School Distance Rating
UNITED CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dickson 0.5 mi 5.7
The Discovery School Dickson 1.6 mi 7.1
Dickson Middle School Dickson 1.6 mi 5.6
Special Services Dickson 1.6 mi 3.6
Dickson Elementary Dickson 2.1 mi 7.4
Dickson County High School Dickson 2.6 mi 4.9
Centennial Elementary Dickson 3.6 mi 7.9
Stuart Burns Elementary Burns 5.9 mi 7.1
Burns Middle School Burns 6.2 mi 8.3
Creek Wood High School Charlotte 7.6 mi 5.5
New Directions Academy Charlotte 9.1 mi 5.2
Dickson County Distance Learning Academy Charlotte 9.1 mi 5.4
East Hickman Middle School Lyles 9.0 mi 4.4
Charlotte Middle School Charlotte 9.1 mi 6.2
Charlotte Elementary Charlotte 9.2 mi 7.0
East Hickman Intermediate School Lyles 9.1 mi 5.8
East Hickman Elementary Lyles 9.2 mi 6.9
East Hickman High School Lyles 10.1 mi 4.7
W James Middle School White Bluff 9.4 mi 6.4
White Bluff Elementary White Bluff 9.6 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37055 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,283

Median Home Value

$258,200

Median Rent

$1,034/mo

Population

28,567

College Educated

20.4%

Homeownership

74.8%

Avg Commute

29.1 min

Poverty Rate

11.9%

Median Age

37.2

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School Rating
Ball Camp Elementary Knoxville, TN 7.4
Camden Elementary Camden, TN 7.4
Charleston Elementary School Charleston, TN 7.4
Claxton Elementary Powell, TN 7.4
College Street Elementary Manchester, TN 7.4
Cumberland Heights Elementary Clarksville, TN 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oakmont Elementary

What grades does Oakmont Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Oakmont Elementary?

Oakmont Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 482 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakmont Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Oakmont Elementary is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oakmont Elementary rank in TN?

Oakmont Elementary ranks #524 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Oakmont Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Oakmont Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Oakmont Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oakmont Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Oakmont Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Oakmont Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
15 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Dickson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.0%

District

Dickson County
District Enrollment
8,009
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,729
District Rank
#4 of 17

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