Serving 810 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, John Rex Charter Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 38% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 810 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: John W Rex Charter Elementary serves an attendance zone covering approximately 4.6 square miles in Oklahoma City, OK, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 1.3 miles, extending up to 2.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
John Rex Charter Elementary School's student population of 810 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
810 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
John Rex Charter Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Rex Charter 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
#342 out of 1652 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
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 John Rex Charter Elementary School's ranking?
John Rex Charter Elementary School is ranked #342 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are John Rex Charter Elementary School often compared to?
John Rex Charter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dove Science Academy Elementary School, Classen Middle School Of Advanced Studies by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend John Rex Charter Elementary School?
810 students attend John Rex Charter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of John Rex Charter Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Rex Charter Elementary School?
John Rex Charter Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does John Rex Charter Elementary School offer ?
John Rex Charter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John Rex Charter Elementary School part of?
John Rex Charter Elementary School is part of John Rex Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is John Rex Charter Elementary School located?
John Rex Charter Elementary School is located in the Central Oklahoma City neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK. There are 83 other public schools located in Central Oklahoma City.
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