Serving 385 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oakwood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland 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 Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Oakwood Elementary School's student population of 385 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Oakwood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakwood Elementary School is 0.73, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#810 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
26%
23%
Black
23%
33%
White
39%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakwood Elementary School's ranking?
Oakwood Elementary School is ranked #810 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Oakwood Elementary School often compared to?
Oakwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richard Henry Lee Elementary School, Glen Burnie Park Elementary School, Woodside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Oakwood Elementary School?
385 students attend Oakwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Oakwood Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakwood Elementary School?
Oakwood Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oakwood Elementary School offer ?
Oakwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oakwood Elementary School part of?
Oakwood Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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