Serving 290 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Turpin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower 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-8
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turpin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Turpin Elementary School's student population of 290 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Turpin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Turpin Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#1264 out of 1680 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
58%
20%
Black
1%
8%
White
40%
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
61%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turpin Elementary School's ranking?
Turpin Elementary School is ranked #1264 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Turpin Elementary School often compared to?
Turpin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beaver Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Turpin Elementary School?
290 students attend Turpin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Turpin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Turpin Elementary School?
Turpin Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Turpin Elementary School offer ?
Turpin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Turpin Elementary School part of?
Turpin Elementary School is part of Turpin School District.
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