Serving 486 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dove Science Academy Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (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 19:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dove Science Academy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Dove Science Academy Elementary School's student population of 486 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dove Science Academy 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 Dove Science Academy Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#423 out of 1680 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
31%
20%
Black
41%
8%
White
14%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dove Science Academy Elementary School's ranking?
Dove Science Academy Elementary School is ranked #423 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Dove Science Academy Elementary School often compared to?
Dove Science Academy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John W Rex Charter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% 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 Dove Science Academy Elementary School?
486 students attend Dove Science Academy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Dove Science Academy Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dove Science Academy Elementary School?
Dove Science Academy Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Dove Science Academy Elementary School offer ?
Dove Science Academy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dove Science Academy Elementary School part of?
Dove Science Academy Elementary School is part of Dove Schools Of Okc School District.
In what neighborhood is Dove Science Academy Elementary School located?
Dove Science Academy Elementary School is located in the Central Oklahoma City neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK. There are 83 other public schools located in Central Oklahoma City.
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