Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Nichols Hills Elementary 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower 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 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nichols Hills Elementary serves the northwest part of Oklahoma City, encompassing an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nichols Hills Elementary School's student population of 499 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
499 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
By providing equitable access to a world class education, every OKCPS student will graduate ready to fulfill their unique purpose in a healthy, vibrant community.
School Rankings
Nichols Hills 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 Nichols Hills Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#1252 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
25%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Rattlesnakes
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nichols Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Nichols Hills Elementary School is ranked #1252 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Nichols Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Nichols Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Nichols Hills Elementary School?
499 students attend Nichols Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Nichols Hills Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nichols Hills Elementary School?
Nichols Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nichols Hills Elementary School offer ?
Nichols Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nichols Hills Elementary School part of?
Nichols Hills Elementary School is part of Oklahoma City School District.
In what neighborhood is Nichols Hills Elementary School located?
Nichols Hills 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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