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Oak Knoll Middle School

10295 Chamberlayne Rd.
Mechanicsville, VA 23116
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 5%
Serving 881 students in grades 6-8, Oak Knoll Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 881 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : Top 5% in VA
  • : 90% (Top 10%)
  • : 88% (Top 10%)
  • : 79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Oak Knoll Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

School Overview

Oak Knoll Middle School's student population of 881 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
881 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Inspire. Empower. Lead.

School Rankings

Oak Knoll Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Knoll Middle School is 0.34, 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)
#66 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
90%
68%
(20-21)
88%
69%
(20-21)
79%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
5%
22%
White
81%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.34
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Oak Knoll Middle School's ranking?
Oak Knoll Middle School is ranked #66 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Oak Knoll Middle School often compared to?
Oak Knoll Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Middle School, Chickahominy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Oak Knoll Middle School?
881 students attend Oak Knoll Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Oak Knoll Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Knoll Middle School?
Oak Knoll Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oak Knoll Middle School offer ?
Oak Knoll Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oak Knoll Middle School part of?
Oak Knoll Middle School is part of Hanover County School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 881 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 90% (Top 10%)
  • : 88% (Top 10%)
  • : 79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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