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6 schools in Oakland

Maryland · Public K-12

Public K-12 education in Oakland runs across 6 schools, enrolling approximately 2,424 students, averaging 404 per campus.

7-year change in Oakland

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,976
-308 (-13%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
5
-1 (-17%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
94%
was 97%
% Hispanic
2%
was 1%
% Black
1%
was 0%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Broad Ford ElementaryElementaryPK-06601
Crellin ElementaryElementaryKG-05152
Southern Garrett High SchoolHigh07-12870
Southern Middle SchoolMiddle06-08448
Swan Meadow SchoolElementaryKG-0854
Yough Glades ElementaryElementaryPK-05299

About Oakland

Oakland, Maryland is home to 6 public schools, with combined enrollment of approximately 2,424 students. By school count, it is a medium-population city.

On the level-by-level breakdown, the city comprises 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high.

Average school size in Oakland is around 404 students, 37% lower than the Maryland average of about 643.

Looking at the last 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Oakland has fell 13% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 2,284 students to 1,976. Over that span, Oakland shed 1 school, going from 6 to 5.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Oakland discusses enrollment trends, district policy changes, and bus-route updates. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Oakland, Maryland?
There are 6 public K-12 schools in Oakland, with a combined enrollment of about 2,424.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Oakland?
Oakland has 4 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Oakland?
Southern Garrett High School is the largest public school in Oakland by enrollment, with approximately 870 students.
What school districts serve Oakland?
Oakland public schools are operated by Garrett County Public Schools.
What grade levels do public schools in Oakland cover?
Public schools in Oakland serve students from pre-K through grade 12.