Serving 265 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Turpin 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Turpin Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Turpin, OK, covering approximately 356.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 11.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 15 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Turpin Elementary School's student population of 265 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
265 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Turpin 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 Turpin Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#1252 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
63%
21%
Black
n/a
8%
White
33%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turpin Elementary School's ranking?
Turpin Elementary School is ranked #1252 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Turpin Elementary School often compared to?
Turpin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beaver 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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Turpin Elementary School?
265 students attend Turpin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Turpin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Turpin Elementary School?
Turpin Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Turpin Elementary School offer ?
Turpin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Turpin Elementary School part of?
Turpin Elementary School is part of Turpin School District.
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