Serving 696 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northern Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northern Hills Elementary School's student population of 696 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
696 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Northern Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northern Hills Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#216 out of 1680 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
13%
8%
White
56%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Northern Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Northern Hills Elementary School is ranked #216 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Northern Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Northern Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Northern Hills Elementary School?
696 students attend Northern Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Northern Hills Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northern Hills Elementary School?
Northern Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northern Hills Elementary School offer ?
Northern Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northern Hills Elementary School part of?
Northern Hills Elementary School is part of Edmond School District.
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