For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,875 students in 73162, OK.
The top-ranked public schools in 73162, OK are Dennis Elementary School, Harvest Hills Elementary School and Ralph Downs Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 73162 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Oklahoma public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 28% statewide average). Schools in 73162, OK have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Oklahoma public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Oklahoma public school average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Best 73162, OK Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dennis Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11800 James L Dennis Drive
Oklahoma City, OK 73162
(405) 722-6510
Oklahoma City, OK 73162
(405) 722-6510
Gr: PK-5 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Harvest Hills Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8201 Northwest 104th Street
Oklahoma City, OK 73162
(405) 721-2013
Oklahoma City, OK 73162
(405) 721-2013
Gr: PK-5 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Ralph Downs Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7501 West Hefner Road
Oklahoma City, OK 73162
(405) 721-4431
Oklahoma City, OK 73162
(405) 721-4431
Gr: PK-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #44.
Putnam City North High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11800 North Rockwell Avenue
Oklahoma City, OK 73162
(405) 722-4220
Oklahoma City, OK 73162
(405) 722-4220
Gr: 9-12 | 1,567 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 73162, OK?
The top-ranked public schools in 73162, OK include Dennis Elementary School, Harvest Hills Elementary School and Ralph Downs Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 73162?
4 public schools are located in 73162.
What is the racial composition of students in 73162?
73162 public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Oklahoma public schools average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
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