Serving 753 students in grades 2-5, Newcastle Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newcastle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Newcastle Elementary School's student population of 753 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
753 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Newcastle Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newcastle Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#471 out of 1680 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
9%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
1%
8%
White
67%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newcastle Elementary School's ranking?
Newcastle Elementary School is ranked #471 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Newcastle Elementary School often compared to?
Newcastle Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blanchard Intermediate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Newcastle Elementary School?
753 students attend Newcastle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Newcastle Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newcastle Elementary School?
Newcastle Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Newcastle Elementary School offer ?
Newcastle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newcastle Elementary School part of?
Newcastle Elementary School is part of Newcastle School District.
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