Below Average
#6949 of 8,552 schools in TX
Oak Forest EL
Elementary School · VIDOR ISD
2400 HWY 12, Vidor, TX 77662
Enrollment
673
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
673
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,949 of 8,552
In Vidor
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
VIDOR ISD
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Oak Forest EL
Elementary School in Vidor · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Oak Forest EL
Oak Forest EL is a public elementary school in Vidor, TX, part of VIDOR ISD. Oak Forest EL serves approximately 673 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Forest EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,949 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Oak Forest EL show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Oak Forest EL — Students at Oak Forest EL score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.8/10.
How Oak Forest EL Compares
See how Oak Forest EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2400 HWY 12, Vidor, TX 77662
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oak Forest EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST ANTHONY CATHEDRAL BASILICA SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Beaumont), which scores notably higher. Another option is ORANGEFIELD EL (rated 6.8/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Orangefield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VIDOR EL (rated 5.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Vidor, see our Vidor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VIDOR J H Vidor | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| VIDOR EL Vidor | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| VIDOR H S Vidor | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| VIDOR MIDDLE Vidor | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| VIDOR JJAEP Vidor | 1.8 mi | — |
| PINE FOREST EL Vidor | 3.4 mi | 5.1 |
| MARTIN EL Beaumont | 7.2 mi | 1.9 |
| CHARLTON-POLLARD EL Beaumont | 7.7 mi | 2.6 |
| MAURICEVILLE EL Orange | 7.8 mi | 4.7 |
| MAURICEVILLE MIDDLE Orange | 7.9 mi | 5.4 |
| ST ANTHONY CATHEDRAL BASILICA SCHOOL Beaumont | 8.1 mi | 7.7 |
| PATHWAYS LEARNING CTR Beaumont | 8.5 mi | 5.2 |
| M L KING MIDDLE Beaumont | 8.5 mi | 1.6 |
| PIETZSCH/MAC ARTHUR EL Beaumont | 8.9 mi | 1.9 |
| DR MAE E JONES-CLARK EL Beaumont | 8.3 mi | 2.0 |
| ORANGEFIELD EL Orangefield | 8.6 mi | 6.8 |
| FLETCHER EL Beaumont | 8.7 mi | 5.3 |
| BEAUMONT NEW EL DAEP Beaumont | 8.8 mi | — |
| ORANGEFIELD J H Orangefield | 8.7 mi | 6.2 |
| ORANGEFIELD H S Orangefield | 8.8 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77662 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,755
Median Home Value
$124,800
Median Rent
$868/mo
Population
25,193
College Educated
13.4%
Homeownership
80.9%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
42.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oak Forest EL
What grades does Oak Forest EL serve?
Oak Forest EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Oak Forest EL?
Oak Forest EL has an enrollment of approximately 673 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oak Forest EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Oak Forest EL is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oak Forest EL rank in TX?
Oak Forest EL ranks #6,949 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Oak Forest EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Oak Forest EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Oak Forest EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oak Forest EL has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Oak Forest EL a charter school?
No, Oak Forest EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oak Forest EL a Title I school?
No, Oak Forest EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oak Forest EL?
68.8% of students at Oak Forest EL 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 673
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.5%
- Phone
- (409) 951-8864
Resources & Links
District
VIDOR ISD- District Enrollment
- 4,311
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,224
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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