Serving 206 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Kirkland Early Childhood Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 67%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% 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: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kirkland Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kirkland Early Childhood Center's student population of 206 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
206 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kirkland Early Childhood Center is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)65-69%
67%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)70-74%
70%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Black
28%
8%
White
30%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
19%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Kirkland Early Childhood Center often compared to?
Kirkland Early Childhood Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Coronado Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 67% OK state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% OK state average).
How many students attend Kirkland Early Childhood Center?
206 students attend Kirkland Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Kirkland Early Childhood Center students are White, 28% of students are Black, 19% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kirkland Early Childhood Center?
Kirkland Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kirkland Early Childhood Center offer ?
Kirkland Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Kirkland Early Childhood Center part of?
Kirkland Early Childhood Center is part of Putnam City School District.
In what neighborhood is Kirkland Early Childhood Center located?
Kirkland Early Childhood Center is located in the Roberts Crest neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK.
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