Serving 197 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elmore City-pernell Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elmore City-pernell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Elmore City-pernell Elementary School's student population of 197 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
197 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Elmore City-pernell Elementary School 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 Elmore City-pernell Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#559 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
7%
11%
Hispanic
4%
21%
White
72%
43%
Two or more races
17%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elmore City-pernell Elementary School's ranking?
Elmore City-pernell Elementary School is ranked #559 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Elmore City-pernell Elementary School?
197 students attend Elmore City-pernell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Elmore City-pernell Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elmore City-pernell Elementary School?
Elmore City-pernell Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Elmore City-pernell Elementary School offer ?
Elmore City-pernell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elmore City-pernell Elementary School part of?
Elmore City-pernell Elementary School is part of Elmore City-Pernell School District.
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