Serving 1,998 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Jenks West Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 45% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than 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 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 1,998 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jenks West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Jenks West Elementary School's student population of 1,998 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
1,998 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jenks West Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jenks West Elementary School is 0.73, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#327 out of 1680 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
7%
11%
Asian
28%
2%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
3%
8%
White
42%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jenks West Elementary School's ranking?
Jenks West Elementary School is ranked #327 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Jenks West Elementary School often compared to?
Jenks West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jenks East Elementary School, Southeast Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Jenks West Elementary School?
1,998 students attend Jenks West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Jenks West Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jenks West Elementary School?
Jenks West Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Jenks West Elementary School offer ?
Jenks West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Jenks West Elementary School part of?
Jenks West Elementary School is part of Jenks School District.
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