Serving 462 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Pauls Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Jefferson Early Learning Center encompasses the entire district of Pauls Valley, OK, covering approximately 51 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of about 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 8.3 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pauls Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Pauls Valley Elementary School's student population of 462 students has grown by 205% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 255% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
462 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Motto
Empowering all students to succeed in a changing world!
School Rankings
Pauls Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pauls Valley Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#293 out of 1652 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
12%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
30%
21%
Black
4%
8%
White
42%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
12%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pauls Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Pauls Valley Elementary School is ranked #293 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Pauls Valley Elementary School?
462 students attend Pauls Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Pauls Valley Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are American Indian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pauls Valley Elementary School?
Pauls Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pauls Valley Elementary School offer ?
Pauls Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pauls Valley Elementary School part of?
Pauls Valley Elementary School is part of Pauls Valley School District.
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