Serving 364 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Cordell 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher 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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Cordell ES serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district of Cordell, OK, covering approximately 349.5 square miles. The zone extends to a maximum distance of 22.2 miles from the school, with typical drives ranging from 20 to 30 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cordell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cordell Elementary School's student population of 364 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
364 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Cordell 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 Cordell Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#172 out of 1652 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
1%
8%
White
72%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
11%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Blue Devils
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cordell Elementary School's ranking?
Cordell Elementary School is ranked #172 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Cordell Elementary School often compared to?
Cordell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cordell High School, Cordell Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Cordell Elementary School?
364 students attend Cordell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Cordell Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cordell Elementary School?
Cordell Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cordell Elementary School offer ?
Cordell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cordell Elementary School part of?
Cordell Elementary School is part of Cordell School District.
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