Serving 513 students in grades 3-6, Oak Street Elementary 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 27% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Street Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Oak Street Elementary School's student population of 513 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
513 students
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oak Street Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Street Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1584 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Asian
3%
11%
Hispanic
86%
35%
Black
6%
14%
White
4%
37%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Street Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Street Elementary School is ranked #1584 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Oak Street Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Street Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Veterans Memorial Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Oak Street Elementary School?
513 students attend Oak Street Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Oak Street Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Street Elementary School?
Oak Street Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Oak Street Elementary School offer ?
Oak Street Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oak Street Elementary School part of?
Oak Street Elementary School is part of Lakewood Township School District.
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