Kirkland Early Childhood Center

6020 North Independence Avenue
Oklahoma City, OK 73112
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 243 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Kirkland Early Childhood Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 67%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 243 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • : 65-69%
  • : 70-74%
  • : Kirkland Elementary School serves the northeast part of Oklahoma City, encompassing an area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Most families live within a short 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education

School Overview

Kirkland Early Childhood Center's student population of 243 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
243 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

School Rankings

The diversity score of Kirkland Early Childhood Center is 0.81, 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.
This School
State Level (OK)
(15-16)
65-69%
67%
(15-16)
70-74%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
1%
11%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
14%
2%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
19%
21%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
24%
8%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓

White
25%
43%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
16%
14%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
75%
0.81

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
18.1%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
49%

Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%

Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Kirkland Early Childhood Center often compared to?
Kirkland Early Childhood Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Coronado Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 67% OK state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% OK state average).
How many students attend Kirkland Early Childhood Center?
243 students attend Kirkland Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
25% of Kirkland Early Childhood Center students are White, 24% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kirkland Early Childhood Center?
Kirkland Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kirkland Early Childhood Center offer ?
Kirkland Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kirkland Early Childhood Center part of?
Kirkland Early Childhood Center is part of Putnam City School District.
In what neighborhood is Kirkland Early Childhood Center located?
Kirkland Early Childhood Center is located in the Roberts Crest neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 243 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • : 65-69%
  • : 70-74%
  • : Kirkland Elementary School serves the northeast part of Oklahoma City, encompassing an area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Most families live within a short 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education

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