Serving 631 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Calera 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 31% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 50% 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: 631 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Calera Elementary School's student population of 631 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Calera 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 Calera Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#526 out of 1680 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
19%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
n/a
8%
White
50%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
24%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calera Elementary School's ranking?
Calera Elementary School is ranked #526 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Calera Elementary School often compared to?
Calera Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Durant Intermediate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Calera Elementary School?
631 students attend Calera Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Calera Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Two or more races, 19% of students are American Indian, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Calera Elementary School?
Calera Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Calera Elementary School offer ?
Calera Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Calera Elementary School part of?
Calera Elementary School is part of Calera School District.
School Reviews
Review Calera Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
What is the Connection Between Home Values and School Performance?
This article explores the relationship between school performance and home values in neighborhoods. It discusses studies showing correlations between school expenditures, ratings, and housing prices, highlighting how this connection affects families' choices and contributes to educational disparities between communities.
College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
