Serving 318 students in grades 3-5, Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 32% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School's student population of 318 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
318 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Sulphur Intermediate 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 Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#607 out of 1680 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
25%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%

Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1

American Indian
24%
11%

Asian
n/a
2%

Hispanic
8%
20%

Black
2%
8%

White
56%
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
57%
48%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School's ranking?
Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School is ranked #607 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School?
318 students attend Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School?
Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School offer ?
Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School part of?
Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School is part of Sulphur School District.
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