Serving 465 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Salk 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 11% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salk Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Salk Elementary School's student population of 465 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
465 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Salk 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 Salk Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1476 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
48%
21%
Black
14%
8%
White
17%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salk Elementary School's ranking?
Salk Elementary School is ranked #1476 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Salk Elementary School?
465 students attend Salk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Salk Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salk Elementary School?
Salk Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Salk Elementary School offer ?
Salk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Salk Elementary School part of?
Salk Elementary School is part of Tulsa School District.
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