Serving 278 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Oakdale Heights Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakdale Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Oakdale Heights Elementary School's student population of 278 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. May 1, 2026
School Motto
Where students are Courageous, Caring, and Committed
School Rankings
Oakdale Heights Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakdale Heights Elementary School is 0.76, which is more 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
#8330 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
26%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
37%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
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 Oakdale Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Oakdale Heights Elementary School is ranked #8330 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Oakdale Heights Elementary School?
278 students attend Oakdale Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Oakdale Heights Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakdale Heights Elementary School?
Oakdale Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Oakdale Heights Elementary School offer ?
Oakdale Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Oakdale Heights Elementary School part of?
Oakdale Heights Elementary School is part of Oroville City Elementary School District.
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