Serving 487 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dennis 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% (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 15:1 is equal to the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Dennis ES serves the northern part of its school district in Oklahoma City, OK, covering an attendance area of approximately 2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dennis 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
Dennis Elementary School's student population of 487 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
2 acres
School Rankings
Dennis 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 Dennis Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#191 out of 1652 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
15%
21%
Black
27%
8%
White
36%
43%
Two or more races
16%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dolphins
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dennis Elementary School's ranking?
Dennis Elementary School is ranked #191 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Dennis Elementary School often compared to?
Dennis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harvest Hills Elementary School, Ralph Downs Elementary School, Wiley Post Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% 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 Dennis Elementary School?
487 students attend Dennis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Dennis Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dennis Elementary School?
Dennis Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dennis Elementary School offer ?
Dennis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dennis Elementary School part of?
Dennis Elementary School is part of Putnam City School District.
In what neighborhood is Dennis Elementary School located?
Dennis Elementary School is located in the Northwest Oklahoma City neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK. There are 6 other public schools located in Northwest Oklahoma City.
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