Serving 342 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Emerson 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Emerson Elementary School's student population of 342 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Emerson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerson Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#755 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
20%
20%
Black
5%
8%
White
52%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
20%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerson Elementary School's ranking?
Emerson Elementary School is ranked #755 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Emerson Elementary School often compared to?
Emerson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodrow Wilson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Emerson Elementary School?
342 students attend Emerson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Emerson Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerson Elementary School?
Emerson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Emerson Elementary School offer ?
Emerson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emerson Elementary School part of?
Emerson Elementary School is part of Duncan School District.
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