Serving 285 students in grades 3-5, Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 32% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School covers the entire district of Sulphur, OK, encompassing approximately 144.6 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 12.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School's student population of 285 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
285 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sulphur Intermediate 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 Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#615 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
25%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
21%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
8%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School's ranking?
Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School is ranked #615 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School?
285 students attend Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School?
Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School offer ?
Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School part of?
Sulphur Intermediate Elementary School is part of Sulphur School District.
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