Serving 952 students in grades 9-12, Oakcrest High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 952 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakcrest High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Oakcrest High School's student population of 952 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
952 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oakcrest High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakcrest High School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1737 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
22%
32%
Black
31%
15%
White
39%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakcrest High School's ranking?
Oakcrest High School is ranked #1737 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Oakcrest High School often compared to?
Oakcrest High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Creek High School, Mainland Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oakcrest High School?
The graduation rate of Oakcrest High School is 87%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Oakcrest High School?
952 students attend Oakcrest High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Oakcrest High School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakcrest High School?
Oakcrest High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Oakcrest High School offer ?
Oakcrest High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Oakcrest High School part of?
Oakcrest High School is part of Greater Egg Harbor Regional High School District.
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