Central Elementary School serves 443 students in grades 5-6.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 was lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 66% of the student body (majority American Indian), which was higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
443 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
53%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
2%
8%
White
34%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
443 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Central Elementary School students are American Indian, 34% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
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 5-6
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Tahlequah School District.
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