Oakland Primary serves 520 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakland Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Oakland Primary's student population of 520 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
520 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2002
Colors
Green and Gold
School Motto
Educating the 'Whole Child'
School Rankings
The diversity score of Oakland Primary is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
54%
31%
White
27%
46%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Oakland Primary often compared to?
Oakland Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Cherryvale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Oakland Primary?
520 students attend Oakland Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Oakland Primary students are Black, 27% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakland Primary?
Oakland Primary has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oakland Primary offer ?
Oakland Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oakland Primary part of?
Oakland Primary is part of Sumter 01 School District.
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