Serving 128 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Cottonwood 51±¬ÁÏ ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 128 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cottonwood 51±¬ÁÏ ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Cottonwood 51±¬ÁÏ's student population of 128 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
128 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cottonwood 51±¬ÁÏ ranks within the top 30% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cottonwood 51±¬ÁÏ is 0.65, 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
#429 out of 1652 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
41%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
20%
Black
9%
8%
White
42%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cottonwood 51±¬ÁÏ's ranking?
Cottonwood 51±¬ÁÏ is ranked #429 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Cottonwood 51±¬ÁÏ?
128 students attend Cottonwood 51±¬ÁÏ.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Cottonwood 51±¬ÁÏ students are White, 41% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cottonwood 51±¬ÁÏ?
Cottonwood 51±¬ÁÏ has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cottonwood 51±¬ÁÏ offer ?
Cottonwood 51±¬ÁÏ offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cottonwood 51±¬ÁÏ part of?
Cottonwood 51±¬ÁÏ is part of Cottonwood School District.
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