Serving 205 students in grades 5-6, Oakhurst Intermediate Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
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Oakhurst Intermediate Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Oakhurst Intermediate Academy's student population of 205 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
205 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Oakhurst Intermediate Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oakhurst Intermediate Academy is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#780 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
97%
47%
White
2%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Oakhurst Intermediate Academy's ranking?
Oakhurst Intermediate Academy is ranked #780 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Oakhurst Intermediate Academy?
205 students attend Oakhurst Intermediate Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Oakhurst Intermediate Academy students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oakhurst Intermediate Academy?
Oakhurst Intermediate Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oakhurst Intermediate Academy offer ?
Oakhurst Intermediate Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakhurst Intermediate Academy part of?
Oakhurst Intermediate Academy is part of Clarksdale Municipal School District.
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