Serving 479 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Catalayah Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Catalayah Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Catalayah Elementary School's student population of 479 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Catalayah Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Catalayah Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#493 out of 1680 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
17%
11%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
1%
8%
White
46%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
21%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Catalayah Elementary School's ranking?
Catalayah Elementary School is ranked #493 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Catalayah Elementary School often compared to?
Catalayah Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosa Elementary School, Verdigris Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Catalayah Elementary School?
479 students attend Catalayah Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Catalayah Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are American Indian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Catalayah Elementary School?
Catalayah Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Catalayah Elementary School offer ?
Catalayah Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Catalayah Elementary School part of?
Catalayah Elementary School is part of Claremore School District.
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