Serving 229 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Kirkland Early Childhood Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 67%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kirkland Early Childhood Center's student population of 229 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
229 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kirkland Early Childhood Center is 0.80, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)65-69%
67%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)70-74%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
13%
2%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Black
24%
8%
White
28%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
16%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Putnam City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Kirkland Early Childhood Center often compared to?
Kirkland Early Childhood Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Coronado Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 67% OK state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% OK state average).
How many students attend Kirkland Early Childhood Center?
229 students attend Kirkland Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Kirkland Early Childhood Center students are White, 24% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kirkland Early Childhood Center?
Kirkland Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kirkland Early Childhood Center offer ?
Kirkland Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kirkland Early Childhood Center part of?
Kirkland Early Childhood Center is part of Putnam City School District.
In what neighborhood is Kirkland Early Childhood Center located?
Kirkland Early Childhood Center is located in the Roberts Crest neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK.
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