Serving 443 students in grades 4-6, Elk City Ies ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elk City Ies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Elk City Ies's student population of 443 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
#Lead #Learn #Grow
School Rankings
Elk City Ies ranks within the top 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elk City Ies is 0.58, 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
#549 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
26%
20%
Black
3%
8%
White
59%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Elk City Ies's ranking?
Elk City Ies is ranked #549 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Elk City Ies?
443 students attend Elk City Ies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Elk City Ies students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elk City Ies?
Elk City Ies has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Elk City Ies offer ?
Elk City Ies offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elk City Ies part of?
Elk City Ies is part of Elk City School District.
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