Serving 286 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Russell Dougherty Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Russell Dougherty Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Edmond, OK, encompassing approximately 129 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Russell Dougherty Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Russell Dougherty Elementary School's student population of 286 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
286 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Russell Dougherty Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Russell Dougherty Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#10 out of 1652 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
25%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
5%
11%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.9%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Russell Dougherty Elementary School's ranking?
Russell Dougherty Elementary School is ranked #10 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Russell Dougherty Elementary School often compared to?
Russell Dougherty Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clegern Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Russell Dougherty Elementary School?
286 students attend Russell Dougherty Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Russell Dougherty Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Russell Dougherty Elementary School?
Russell Dougherty Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Russell Dougherty Elementary School offer ?
Russell Dougherty Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Russell Dougherty Elementary School part of?
Russell Dougherty Elementary School is part of Edmond School District.
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