Serving 146 students in grades 2-3, Longfellow Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Longfellow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Longfellow Elementary School's student population of 146 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
146 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Longfellow Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Longfellow Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#39 out of 1680 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
1%
8%
White
76%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Longfellow Elementary School's ranking?
Longfellow Elementary School is ranked #39 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Longfellow Elementary School?
146 students attend Longfellow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Longfellow Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Longfellow Elementary School?
Longfellow Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Longfellow Elementary School offer ?
Longfellow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is Longfellow Elementary School part of?
Longfellow Elementary School is part of Alva School District.
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