Serving 654 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Fillmore Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower 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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fillmore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Fillmore Elementary School's student population of 654 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
654 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fillmore Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fillmore Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#1561 out of 1680 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
78%
20%
Black
8%
8%
White
7%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fillmore Elementary School's ranking?
Fillmore Elementary School is ranked #1561 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Fillmore Elementary School?
654 students attend Fillmore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Fillmore Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fillmore Elementary School?
Fillmore Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Fillmore Elementary School offer ?
Fillmore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Fillmore Elementary School part of?
Fillmore Elementary School is part of Oklahoma City School District.
In what neighborhood is Fillmore Elementary School located?
Fillmore Elementary School is located in the Highlander Community South neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK.
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