Serving 533 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oak Park Special Emphasis School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Park Special Emphasis School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Oak Park Special Emphasis School's student population of 533 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
533 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oak Park Special Emphasis School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Park Special Emphasis School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7533 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
89%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
4%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Park Special Emphasis School's ranking?
Oak Park Special Emphasis School is ranked #7533 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Oak Park Special Emphasis School?
533 students attend Oak Park Special Emphasis School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Oak Park Special Emphasis School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Park Special Emphasis School?
Oak Park Special Emphasis School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oak Park Special Emphasis School offer ?
Oak Park Special Emphasis School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Oak Park Special Emphasis School part of?
Oak Park Special Emphasis School is part of Corpus Christi ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Oak Park Special Emphasis School located?
Oak Park Special Emphasis School is located in the Central City neighborhood of Corpus Christi, TX. There are 29 other public schools located in Central City.
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