Serving 714 students in grades 1-8, Oak Grove Elementary/willowside Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Grove Elementary/willowside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oak Grove Elementary/willowside Middle School's student population of 714 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Total Students
714 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Oak Grove Elementary/willowside Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Grove Elementary/willowside Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2754 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
29%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
60%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Grove Elementary/willowside Middle School's ranking?
Oak Grove Elementary/willowside Middle School is ranked #2754 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Oak Grove Elementary/willowside Middle School often compared to?
Oak Grove Elementary/willowside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forestville Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Oak Grove Elementary/willowside Middle School?
714 students attend Oak Grove Elementary/willowside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Oak Grove Elementary/willowside Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Grove Elementary/willowside Middle School?
Oak Grove Elementary/willowside Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Oak Grove Elementary/willowside Middle School offer ?
Oak Grove Elementary/willowside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 1-8
What school district is Oak Grove Elementary/willowside Middle School part of?
Oak Grove Elementary/willowside Middle School is part of Oak Grove Union Elementary School District.
School Reviews
5 9/26/2007
I love this school so much! We have a new principle now, but before with Mz. Saxon, school was something to look forward to!The New Principle is okay, we haven't really got to know him yet... Also the teachers rock! ESP. Mr. Cook!!!!!!!!
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