Serving 313 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Newkirk 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newkirk Elementary School's student population of 313 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
313 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Tigers
School Rankings
Newkirk 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 Newkirk Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#687 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
9%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
1%
8%
White
68%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newkirk Elementary School's ranking?
Newkirk Elementary School is ranked #687 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Newkirk Elementary School often compared to?
Newkirk Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peckham Public School, Blackwell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Newkirk Elementary School?
313 students attend Newkirk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Newkirk Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newkirk Elementary School?
Newkirk Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Newkirk Elementary School offer ?
Newkirk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newkirk Elementary School part of?
Newkirk Elementary School is part of Newkirk School District.
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