Serving 512 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blackwell Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blackwell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Blackwell Elementary School's student population of 512 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blackwell 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 Blackwell Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#253 out of 1680 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
8%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
1%
8%
White
64%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Blackwell Elementary School's ranking?
Blackwell Elementary School is ranked #253 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Blackwell Elementary School often compared to?
Blackwell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peckham Public School, Newkirk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Blackwell Elementary School?
512 students attend Blackwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Blackwell Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blackwell Elementary School?
Blackwell Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Blackwell Elementary School offer ?
Blackwell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blackwell Elementary School part of?
Blackwell Elementary School is part of Blackwell School District.
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