Serving 571 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Central Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
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Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Central Elementary School's student population of 571 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Central Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1374 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
65%
20%
Black
9%
8%
White
16%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #1374 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Central Elementary School often compared to?
Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arbor Grove Elementary School, Coronado Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
571 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Central Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Putnam City School District.
In what neighborhood is Central Elementary School located?
Central Elementary School is located in the Central Oklahoma City neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK. There are 83 other public schools located in Central Oklahoma City.
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