Serving 340 students in grades 4-5, Russell Babb Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 31% (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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Russell Babb Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Russell Babb Elementary School's student population of 340 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Russell Babb 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 Russell Babb Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#422 out of 1680 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
7%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
1%
8%
White
67%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
17%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Russell Babb Elementary School's ranking?
Russell Babb Elementary School is ranked #422 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?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Russell Babb Elementary School?
340 students attend Russell Babb Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Russell Babb Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Russell Babb Elementary School?
Russell Babb Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Russell Babb Elementary School offer ?
Russell Babb Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Russell Babb Elementary School part of?
Russell Babb Elementary School is part of Harrah School District.
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