Serving 379 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tinker 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Tinker Elementary School serves the west part of Oklahoma City, encompassing an area of approximately 6 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tinker Elementary School's student population of 379 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
379 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tinker 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 Tinker Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#1027 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
19%
21%
Black
18%
8%
White
42%
43%
Two or more races
18%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.1%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tinker Elementary School's ranking?
Tinker Elementary School is ranked #1027 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Tinker Elementary School often compared to?
Tinker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Soldier Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Tinker Elementary School?
379 students attend Tinker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Tinker Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 18% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tinker Elementary School?
Tinker Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Tinker Elementary School offer ?
Tinker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tinker Elementary School part of?
Tinker Elementary School is part of Midwest City-Del City School District.
In what neighborhood is Tinker Elementary School located?
Tinker Elementary School is located in the Tinker Air Force Base neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK.
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