Oakland Elementary School

4930 Pipers Gap Road
Galax, VA 24333
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 196 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oakland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 196 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Bottom 50% in VA
  • : 65-69% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Oakland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

School Overview

Oakland Elementary School's student population of 196 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
196 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1901
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar

School Rankings

Oakland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakland Elementary School is 0.40, 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.
This School
State Level (VA)
#1099 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
65-69%
68%
(20-21)
60-64%
69%
(20-21)
40-49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
2%
21%
White
75%
44%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.40
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Oakland Elementary School's ranking?
Oakland Elementary School is ranked #1099 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Oakland Elementary School?
196 students attend Oakland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Oakland Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakland Elementary School?
Oakland Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oakland Elementary School offer ?
Oakland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oakland Elementary School part of?
Oakland Elementary School is part of Carroll County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 196 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 65-69% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-64% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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