Serving 261 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Almor West Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Almor West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Almor West Elementary School's student population of 261 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Almor West Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Almor West Elementary School is 0.78, which is more 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
#823 out of 1680 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
23%
8%
White
30%
45%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
16%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Almor West Elementary School's ranking?
Almor West Elementary School is ranked #823 out of 1,680 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Almor West Elementary School?
261 students attend Almor West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Almor West Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Almor West Elementary School?
Almor West Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Almor West Elementary School offer ?
Almor West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Almor West Elementary School part of?
Almor West Elementary School is part of Lawton School District.
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