Serving 440 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Plaza Towers Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% 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-6
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plaza Towers Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Plaza Towers Elementary School's student population of 440 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Plaza Towers Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plaza Towers 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
#389 out of 1680 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
26%
20%
Black
11%
8%
White
40%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
19%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
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 Plaza Towers Elementary School's ranking?
Plaza Towers Elementary School is ranked #389 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Plaza Towers Elementary School?
440 students attend Plaza Towers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Plaza Towers Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plaza Towers Elementary School?
Plaza Towers Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Plaza Towers Elementary School offer ?
Plaza Towers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Plaza Towers Elementary School part of?
Plaza Towers Elementary School is part of Moore School District.
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