Serving 269 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Central 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 35-39% (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 13:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Guthrie school district, covering approximately 207.5 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 13.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 269 students has grown by 62% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
269 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Central 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 Central Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#687 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
10%
8%
White
59%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
16%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #687 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?
35-39% 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 Central Elementary School?
269 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Central Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Guthrie School District.
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