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Burroughs ES

Elementary School · TULSA

1924 North Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard, Tulsa, OK 74106

Enrollment

301

Student-Teacher

20.1:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#954 of 1,750

In Tulsa

#39 of 104

public schools

In district

#20 of 69

TULSA

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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6.0/10

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About Burroughs ES

Burroughs ES is a public elementary school in Tulsa, OK, part of TULSA. Burroughs ES serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 20.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Burroughs ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #954 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Burroughs ES show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • OK avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Burroughs ES sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Burroughs ES runs 20.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

68% of students at Burroughs ES were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change0 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency6% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency9% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)13% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-3.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment1.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,873
Chronic Absenteeism68.4%

Burroughs ES — Students at Burroughs ES score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

97%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 13.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 18.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 48 test records from OK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2011
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2017
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2018
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2024
Math
3.8%
ELA
14.5%
2025
Math
6.5%
ELA
11.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.

How Burroughs ES Compares

See how Burroughs ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
46th percentile in OK
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
97%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
68.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1924 North Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard, Tulsa, OK 74106

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Burroughs ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DEBORAH BROWN COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANDERSON ES (rated 6.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SEQUOYAH ES (rated 6.0/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tulsa, see our Tulsa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
CARVER MS Tulsa 0.8 mi 6.0
PROJECT ACCEPT TRAICE ES Tulsa 0.9 mi 5.5
EMERSON ES Tulsa 1.1 mi 5.4
GREENWOOD LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Tulsa 1.0 mi 4.7
DREXEL ACADEMY Tulsa 1.6 mi 4.9
BOOKER T. WASHINGTON HS Tulsa 1.4 mi 8.3
HAWTHORNE ES Tulsa 1.7 mi 4.9
DEBORAH BROWN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Tulsa 1.8 mi 8.4
TULSA SCHL ARTS SCIENCES MS Tulsa 1.8 mi 5.7
TULSA SCHL ARTS SCIENCES HS Tulsa 1.8 mi 6.0
KIPP TULSA ACAD. COLLEGE PREP. Tulsa 1.5 mi 6.4
SANKOFA MIDDLE SCHOOL Tulsa 1.9 mi 4.4
WHITMAN ES Tulsa 2.0 mi 5.2
ANDERSON ES Tulsa 1.9 mi 6.5
FELICITAS MENDEZ INTL SCHOOL Tulsa 2.0 mi 5.8
CENTRAL HS Tulsa 2.3 mi 4.9
CENTRAL MS Tulsa 2.3 mi 4.5
SPRINGDALE ES Tulsa 2.3 mi 5.7
SEQUOYAH ES Tulsa 2.6 mi 6.0
SAN MIGUEL SCHOOL OF TULSA Tulsa 2.7 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 74106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$37,714

Median Home Value

$98,900

Median Rent

$816/mo

Population

15,974

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

46.5%

Avg Commute

18.9 min

Poverty Rate

33%

Median Age

35.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Burroughs ES

What grades does Burroughs ES serve?

Burroughs ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Burroughs ES?

Burroughs ES has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Burroughs ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Burroughs ES is 20.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Burroughs ES rank in OK?

Burroughs ES ranks #954 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Burroughs ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Burroughs ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Burroughs ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Burroughs ES has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Burroughs ES a charter school?

No, Burroughs ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Burroughs ES a Title I school?

No, Burroughs ES is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Burroughs ES?

97.0% of students at Burroughs ES qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
97.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Tulsa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
68.4%

District

TULSA
District Enrollment
33,562
Schools in District
69
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,873
District Rank
#20 of 69

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