Serving 430 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Peters Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Peters Elementary School serves the eastern part of its district in Tulsa, OK, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Peters Elementary School's student population of 430 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
430 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1978
School Rankings
Peters Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peters 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
#412 out of 1652 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
6%
11%
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
22%
21%
Black
11%
8%
White
36%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
16%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peters Elementary School's ranking?
Peters Elementary School is ranked #412 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Peters Elementary School often compared to?
Peters Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marshall T. Moore Elementary School, Rhoades Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Peters Elementary School?
430 students attend Peters Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Peters Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peters Elementary School?
Peters Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Peters Elementary School offer ?
Peters Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Peters Elementary School part of?
Peters Elementary School is part of Union School District.
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