Serving 590 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Darnaby Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Darnaby Elementary School serves the southwest part of Tulsa, OK, covering an area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Darnaby 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
Darnaby Elementary School's student population of 590 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
590 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1991
School Calendar
School Motto
Together, We Make a Difference
School Rankings
Darnaby Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Darnaby Elementary School is 0.74, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#125 out of 1652 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
7%
11%
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
16%
21%
Black
10%
8%
White
44%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Darnaby Elementary School's ranking?
Darnaby Elementary School is ranked #125 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Darnaby Elementary School often compared to?
Darnaby Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jarman Elementary School, Cedar Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Darnaby Elementary School?
590 students attend Darnaby Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Darnaby Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Darnaby Elementary School?
Darnaby Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Darnaby Elementary School offer ?
Darnaby Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Darnaby Elementary School part of?
Darnaby Elementary School is part of Union School District.
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