East Central High School is one of nine high schools in Tulsa Public Schools in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The school is home to 1,143 students from East Tulsa. The majority of students transition into East Central from East Central Junior High.
Serving 1,160 students in grades 9-12, East Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,160 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 67% (Btm 50% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Central High School's student population of 1,160 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,160 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1927
School Rankings
East Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Central High School is 0.58, 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
#1612 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
15:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
63%
21%
Black
13%
8%
White
9%
43%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
6%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)67%
78%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)80.6%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Fighting Cardinal
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Central High School's ranking?
East Central High School is ranked #1612 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are East Central High School often compared to?
East Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Booker T. Washington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Central High School?
The graduation rate of East Central High School is 67%, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend East Central High School?
1,160 students attend East Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of East Central High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Central High School?
East Central High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Central High School offer ?
East Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Central High School part of?
East Central High School is part of Tulsa School District.
In what neighborhood is East Central High School located?
East Central High School is located in the East Port Addition neighborhood of Tulsa, OK.
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