Serving 485 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Santa Fe South Spero Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 56% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santa Fe South Spero Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Santa Fe South Spero Elementary School's student population of 485 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Santa Fe South Spero Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santa Fe South Spero Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#266 out of 1680 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
97%
20%
Black
n/a
8%
White
2%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
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 Spero Elementary School's ranking?
Santa Fe South Spero Elementary School is ranked #266 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Santa Fe South Spero Elementary School?
485 students attend Santa Fe South Spero Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Santa Fe South Spero Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Santa Fe South Spero Elementary School?
Santa Fe South Spero Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Santa Fe South Spero Elementary School offer ?
Santa Fe South Spero Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Santa Fe South Spero Elementary School part of?
Santa Fe South Spero Elementary School is part of Santa Fe South Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Santa Fe South Spero Elementary School located?
Santa Fe South Spero 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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