Serving 445 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Apple Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 37% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Apple Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Apple Creek Elementary School's student population of 445 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
445 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1980
School Calendar
School Rankings
Apple Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Apple Creek Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#478 out of 1652 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
22%
20%
Black
6%
8%
White
51%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
16%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apple Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Apple Creek Elementary School is ranked #478 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Apple Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Apple Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winding Creek Elementary School, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Apple Creek Elementary School?
445 students attend Apple Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Apple Creek Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Apple Creek Elementary School?
Apple Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Apple Creek Elementary School offer ?
Apple Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Apple Creek Elementary School part of?
Apple Creek Elementary School is part of Moore School District.
In what neighborhood is Apple Creek Elementary School located?
Apple Creek Elementary School is located in the Shidler Wheeler neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK. There are 2 other public schools located in Shidler Wheeler.
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