Serving 194 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elmore City-pernell 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 12:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elmore City-pernell Elementary School's student population of 194 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
194 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Elmore City-pernell 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 Elmore City-pernell Elementary School is 0.47, 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%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1

American Indian
10%
11%

Asian
1%
2%

Hispanic
4%
20%

Black
1%
8%

White
71%
44%

Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
14%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
48%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elmore City-pernell Elementary School's ranking?
Elmore City-pernell Elementary School is ranked #700 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 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Elmore City-pernell Elementary School?
194 students attend Elmore City-pernell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Elmore City-pernell Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elmore City-pernell Elementary School?
Elmore City-pernell Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Elmore City-pernell Elementary School offer ?
Elmore City-pernell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Elmore City-pernell Elementary School part of?
Elmore City-pernell Elementary School is part of Elmore City-Pernell School District.
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