Serving 367 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oakmont Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakmont Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Oakmont Elementary School's student population of 367 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oakmont Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakmont Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#296 out of 1721 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
9%
13%
Black
8%
21%
White
71%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakmont Elementary School's ranking?
Oakmont Elementary School is ranked #296 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Oakmont Elementary School often compared to?
Oakmont Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dickson Elementary School, The Discovery School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Oakmont Elementary School?
367 students attend Oakmont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Oakmont Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakmont Elementary School?
Oakmont Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Oakmont Elementary School offer ?
Oakmont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Oakmont Elementary School part of?
Oakmont Elementary School is part of Dickson County School District.
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