Serving 398 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Central Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Elementary School serves the eastern part of Coweta, OK, covering an area of approximately 22.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 398 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
398 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1939
School Rankings
Central 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 Central Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#293 out of 1652 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
13%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
2%
8%
White
51%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
20%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 #293 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Central Elementary School often compared to?
Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southside Elementary School, Northwest Elementary School, Okay Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
398 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Central Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Coweta School District.
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