Serving 142 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Carney Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 22% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Carney ES's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Carney, OK, encompassing approximately 49.1 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carney Elementary School's student population of 142 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
142 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Carney Public Schools believe that all children have the right to a free and appropriate education.
School Rankings
Carney 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 Carney Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#591 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
21%
Black
n/a
8%
White
78%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.2%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carney Elementary School's ranking?
Carney Elementary School is ranked #591 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Carney Elementary School?
142 students attend Carney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Carney Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carney Elementary School?
Carney Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carney Elementary School offer ?
Carney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carney Elementary School part of?
Carney Elementary School is part of Carney School District.
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