Below Average
#1512 of 1,750 schools in OK
Children's Ctr
Elementary School · BETHANY
6721 Northwest 42nd Street, Bethany, OK 73008
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#1,512 of 1,750
In Bethany
#8 of 9
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
BETHANY
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Children's Ctr
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About Children's Ctr
Children's Ctr is a public elementary school in Bethany, OK, part of BETHANY. Children's Ctr serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Children's Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,512 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for Children's Ctr show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- OK avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
At 60 students, Children's Ctr is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Children's Ctr 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.
Score Breakdown
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Children's Ctr — Students at Children's Ctr score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 11%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OK EDFACTS (2016-17)
Based on 12 test records from OK state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.
How Children's Ctr Compares
See how Children's Ctr performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6721 Northwest 42nd Street, Bethany, OK 73008
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Children's Ctr may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SNU LAB SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROLLINGWOOD ES (rated 6.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Oklahoma City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, APOLLO ES (rated 5.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bethany, see our Bethany schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EARL HARRIS ES Bethany | 0.0 mi | 5.2 |
| BETHANY MS Bethany | 0.0 mi | 7.4 |
| BETHANY HS Bethany | 0.1 mi | 8.0 |
| TRANSFORMATION LEARNING CENTER Warr Acres | 0.7 mi | — |
| SNU LAB SCHOOL Bethany | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| CENTRAL ES Warr Acres | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| JAMES L. CAPPS MS Warr Acres | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| OVERHOLSER ES Bethany | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| WESTERN OAKS MS Bethany | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| PUTNAM CITY HS Oklahoma City | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| TULAKES ES Oklahoma City | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| WESTERN OAKS ES Bethany | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| WINDSOR HILLS ES Oklahoma City | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| APOLLO ES Bethany | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| ROLLINGWOOD ES Oklahoma City | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| LAKE PARK ES Bethany | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| MAYFIELD MS Oklahoma City | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| COOPER MS Oklahoma City | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| PUTNAM CITY WEST HS Oklahoma City | 2.3 mi | 4.4 |
| HILLDALE ES Oklahoma City | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 73008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,981
Median Home Value
$163,500
Median Rent
$1,072/mo
Population
21,469
College Educated
23.4%
Homeownership
53.1%
Avg Commute
20.6 min
Poverty Rate
18.5%
Median Age
31.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| WYNONA ES Wynona, OK | 4.8 |
| HOMER LONG ES Guymon, OK | 4.6 |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Claremore, OK | 4.9 |
| KENWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOL Salina, OK | 5.1 |
| SHILOH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newcastle, OK | 5.1 |
| ST PAUL'S COMMUNITY SCHOOL Oklahoma City, OK | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Children's Ctr
What grades does Children's Ctr serve?
Children's Ctr serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Children's Ctr?
Children's Ctr has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Children's Ctr?
The student-teacher ratio at Children's Ctr is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Children's Ctr rank in OK?
Children's Ctr ranks #1,512 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is Children's Ctr's MySchoolScout rating?
Children's Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Children's Ctr?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Children's Ctr has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
Is Children's Ctr a charter school?
No, Children's Ctr is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Children's Ctr a Title I school?
No, Children's Ctr is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Children's Ctr?
100.0% of students at Children's Ctr qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 60
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Oklahoma County
- Phone
- (405) 499-4611
Resources & Links
District
BETHANY- District Enrollment
- 1,775
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,035
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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