Serving 169 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Moss Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MOSS ES's attendance zone encompasses the entire Holdenville school district, covering approximately 147.8 square miles. The zone allows for a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.5 miles to its edges and a maximum reach of 13.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moss Elementary School's student population of 169 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
169 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
To provide students with the skills, knowledge, and values to become competent, productive citizens.
School Rankings
Moss Elementary 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 Moss Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#844 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
25%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
24%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Pirate Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moss Elementary School's ranking?
Moss Elementary School is ranked #844 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Moss Elementary School?
169 students attend Moss Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Moss Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are American Indian, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moss Elementary School?
Moss Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Moss Elementary School offer ?
Moss Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moss Elementary School part of?
Moss Elementary School is part of Moss School District.
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