Serving 507 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (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 14:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- 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 507 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
507 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Blackwell Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackwell Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#272 out of 1652 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
6%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
n/a
8%
White
65%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackwell Elementary School's ranking?
Blackwell Elementary School is ranked #272 out of 1,652 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?
46% 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?
507 students attend Blackwell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Blackwell Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blackwell Elementary School?
Blackwell Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than 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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