School Overview
Oakdale Elementary School, located at 147 Cedar Street in Dedham, Massachusetts, is a prominent public school serving the local community as part of the Dedham Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of critical thinking skills. By maintaining a focus on a comprehensive curriculum, Oakdale aims to prepare its young students for future educational success while building a strong foundation of character and community responsibility.

The school benefits from its integration into the broader Dedham school system, which prioritizes innovation, inclusivity, and partnership with families. Students at Oakdale have access to a variety of resources and extracurricular opportunities designed to enrich their educational experience and cater to diverse learning styles. For those seeking more detailed information regarding school policies, academic calendars, faculty contact information, or district-wide initiatives, the school maintains an active presence on the official Dedham Public Schools website at http://www.dedham.k12.ma.us.
245
Total Students
20.6
Full-Time Teachers
11.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Oakdale
Demographic Student Count
White177
Hispanic24
Black23
Asian5
Two or More16
  • White
    177 (72.2 %)
  • Hispanic
    24 (9.8 %)
  • Black
    23 (9.4 %)
  • Two or More
    16 (6.5 %)
  • Asian
    5 (2.0 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Dedham
Phone: (781)310-6000
Website: http://www.dedham.k12.ma.us/
Grade Range: 1st - 5th
Total Students: 245
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 20.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 1 54
Grade 2 46
Grade 3 57
Grade 4 39
Grade 5 49

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Oakdale
Grade Student Count
Grade 154
Grade 246
Grade 357
Grade 439
Grade 549
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Oakdale
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female13555.1%
Male11044.9%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)