Serving 646 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Central 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 646 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
646 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central 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 Central Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#700 out of 1680 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
3%
8%
White
53%
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
28%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #700 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Central Elementary School often compared to?
Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bixby North Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
646 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Central Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Bixby School District.
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