Serving 268 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Peary 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (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 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peary Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Peary Elementary School's student population of 268 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
268 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
School Rankings
Peary 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 Peary Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1484 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
59%
20%
Black
11%
8%
White
13%
44%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
7%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peary Elementary School's ranking?
Peary Elementary School is ranked #1484 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Peary Elementary School?
268 students attend Peary Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Peary Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peary Elementary School?
Peary Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Peary Elementary School offer ?
Peary Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Peary Elementary School part of?
Peary Elementary School is part of Tulsa School District.
In what neighborhood is Peary Elementary School located?
Peary Elementary School is located in the Columbus neighborhood of Tulsa, OK.
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