Serving 383 students in grades 2-4, Spencer Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Spencer Elementary School serves the eastern part of Spencer, OK, covering an area of approximately 14.1 square miles. Families within this attendance zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with distances to the zone's edge averaging 2.4 miles and extending up to 4.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spencer Elementary School's student population of 383 students has grown by 80% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Every Child’s Journey is Determined by How They Begin
School Rankings
Spencer Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spencer Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1590 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
25%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
21%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
49%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.4%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
10%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spencer Elementary School's ranking?
Spencer Elementary School is ranked #1590 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Spencer Elementary School?
383 students attend Spencer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Spencer Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spencer Elementary School?
Spencer Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Spencer Elementary School offer ?
Spencer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spencer Elementary School part of?
Spencer Elementary School is part of Oklahoma City School District.
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