Serving 141 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Butner 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 12:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Butner Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Butner Elementary School's student population of 141 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Butner 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 Butner Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#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)
40-59%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
21%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
20%
Black
n/a
8%
White
55%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
21%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Butner Elementary School's ranking?
Butner 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 Butner Elementary School?
141 students attend Butner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Butner Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are American Indian, 21% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Butner Elementary School?
Butner Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Butner Elementary School offer ?
Butner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Butner Elementary School part of?
Butner Elementary School is part of Butner School District.
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