Serving 388 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Andersen Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Andersen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Andersen Elementary School's student population of 388 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Andersen Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Andersen Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#122 out of 1680 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
15%
2%
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
10%
8%
White
42%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andersen Elementary School's ranking?
Andersen Elementary School is ranked #122 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Andersen Elementary School often compared to?
Andersen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anderson Elementary School, Arrowhead Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Andersen Elementary School?
388 students attend Andersen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Andersen Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Andersen Elementary School?
Andersen Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Andersen Elementary School offer ?
Andersen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Andersen Elementary School part of?
Andersen Elementary School is part of Union School District.
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