South Lake Elementary School

12627 S Portland
Oklahoma City, OK 73170
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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10/
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Top 1%
Serving 666 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, South Lake 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 71% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 666 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 47%
  • : Top 1% in OK
  • : 71% (Top 1%)
  • : 58% (Top 5%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 5%)
  • : South Lake Elementary serves the west part of Oklahoma City, covering an approximate area of 22.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.3 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

South Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

South Lake Elementary School's student population of 666 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
666 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

School Rankings

South Lake 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 South Lake Elementary School is 0.67, 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.
This School
State Level (OK)
#6 out of 1652 schools
(Top 1%)
71%
25%
58%
27%
70-74%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
4%
11%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
8%
2%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
16%
21%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

Black
3%
8%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

White
53%
43%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
16%
14%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
47%
0.67

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
11%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
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 South Lake Elementary School's ranking?
South Lake Elementary School is ranked #6 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are South Lake Elementary School often compared to?
South Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wayland Bonds Elementary School, Earlywine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend South Lake Elementary School?
666 students attend South Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of South Lake Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Lake Elementary School?
South Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Lake Elementary School offer ?
South Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Lake Elementary School part of?
South Lake Elementary School is part of Moore School District.
In what neighborhood is South Lake Elementary School located?
South Lake Elementary School is located in the South Oklahoma City neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK. There are 13 other public schools located in South Oklahoma City.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 666 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 47%
  • : Top 1%
  • : 71% (Top 1%)
  • : 58% (Top 5%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 5%)
  • : South Lake Elementary serves the west part of Oklahoma City, covering an approximate area of 22.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.3 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education

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