Serving 42 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Emerson Alternative Ed. (Es) ranks in the top 5% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 26%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in OK)
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerson Alternative Ed. (Es) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Emerson Alternative Ed. (Es)'s student population of 42 students has declined by 63% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 250% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
42 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Emerson Alternative Ed. (Es) is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
26%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
15:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
21%
20%
Black
10%
8%
White
38%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
26%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
8%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% OK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 26% OK state average).
How many students attend Emerson Alternative Ed. (Es)?
42 students attend Emerson Alternative Ed. (Es).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Emerson Alternative Ed. (Es) students are White, 26% of students are Two or more races, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 5% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerson Alternative Ed. (Es)?
Emerson Alternative Ed. (Es) has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Emerson Alternative Ed. (Es) offer ?
Emerson Alternative Ed. (Es) offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emerson Alternative Ed. (Es) part of?
Emerson Alternative Ed. (Es) is part of Oklahoma City School District.
In what neighborhood is Emerson Alternative Ed. (Es) located?
Emerson Alternative Ed. (Es) is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK. There are 2 other public schools located in Midtown.
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