Serving 747 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Skelly 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 4% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 4% (which is lower than 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 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Skelly Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Skelly Elementary School's student population of 747 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
747 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Skelly 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 Skelly Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1645 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
53%
20%
Black
18%
8%
White
13%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
12%
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 Skelly Elementary School's ranking?
Skelly Elementary School is ranked #1645 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Skelly Elementary School often compared to?
Skelly Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry Zarrow International School, Dolores Huerta Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Skelly Elementary School?
747 students attend Skelly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Skelly Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Skelly Elementary School?
Skelly Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Skelly Elementary School offer ?
Skelly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Skelly Elementary School part of?
Skelly Elementary School is part of Tulsa School District.
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