Serving 386 students in grades 2-5, Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School's student population of 386 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
386 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#783 out of 1680 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
96%
20%
Black
2%
8%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School's ranking?
Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School is ranked #783 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School?
386 students attend Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School?
Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School offer ?
Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School part of?
Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School is part of Santa Fe South Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School located?
Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School is located in the Central Oklahoma City neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK. There are 83 other public schools located in Central Oklahoma City.
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