Serving 385 students in grades 2-5, Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School's student population of 385 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
385 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#811 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
96%
21%
Black
2%
8%
White
1%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School's ranking?
Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School is ranked #811 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School?
385 students attend Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School?
Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School offer ?
Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School part of?
Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School is part of Santa Fe South Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Santa Fe South Penn Elementary School located?
Santa Fe South Penn 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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