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#621 of 1,750 schools in OK

Top 35% in state

Coolidge ES

Elementary School · OKLAHOMA CITY

5212 South Villa Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73119

Enrollment

541

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#621 of 1,750

In Oklahoma City

#34 of 137

public schools

In district

#14 of 57

OKLAHOMA CITY

Academic growth

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Coolidge ES

6.6/10

Elementary School in Oklahoma City · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.2/10

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About Coolidge ES

Coolidge ES is a public elementary school in Oklahoma City, OK, part of OKLAHOMA CITY. Coolidge ES serves approximately 541 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Coolidge ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #621 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Coolidge ES show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • OK avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Coolidge 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.

33% of students at Coolidge 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 Progress7.9Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-5.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency9% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency10% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)12% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-2.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,336
Chronic Absenteeism32.9%

Coolidge ES — Students at Coolidge ES score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

98.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 21.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 21.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 40 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
45%
ELA
43%
2010
Math
50%
ELA
36%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
44%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
45%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
11%
ELA
14%
2017
Math
7%
ELA
13%
2018
Math
5%
ELA
9%
2019
Math
5%
ELA
9%
2020*
Math
4%
ELA
7%
2021*
Math
4%
ELA
7%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
2.5%
2024
Math
12.3%
ELA
17.7%
2025
Math
10.7%
ELA
8.3%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Coolidge ES Compares

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

Overall Score
6.6/10
65th percentile in OK
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
6.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
98%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.9%

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

5212 South Villa Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73119

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Coolidge ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ARTHUR ES (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Santa Fe South Penn ES (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, VAN BUREN ES (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Oklahoma City, see our Oklahoma City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Santa Fe South Penn ES Oklahoma City 0.4 mi 7.2
SANTA FE SOUTH EARLY CHILDHOOD Oklahoma City 0.6 mi 5.3
U. S. GRANT HS Oklahoma City 0.7 mi 4.7
VAN BUREN ES Oklahoma City 0.8 mi 7.2
HILLCREST ES Oklahoma City 0.9 mi 6.4
ESPERANZA ES Oklahoma City 1.2 mi 5.6
FILLMORE ES Oklahoma City 1.0 mi 5.7
ARTHUR ES Oklahoma City 1.0 mi 7.8
ROOSEVELT MS Oklahoma City 1.1 mi 5.8
ST PAUL'S COMMUNITY SCHOOL Oklahoma City 1.2 mi 4.1
PRAIRIE QUEEN ES Oklahoma City 1.3 mi 4.8
ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Oklahoma City 1.3 mi 5.9
JOHN GLENN ES Oklahoma City 1.4 mi 5.0
JEFFERSON MS Oklahoma City 1.5 mi 5.0
MARY GOLDA ROSS MS Oklahoma City 1.7 mi 4.9
ADAMS ES Oklahoma City 1.5 mi 6.4
HERONVILLE ES Oklahoma City 1.8 mi 6.1
SANTA FE S PATHWAYS MID COLLEG Oklahoma City 1.9 mi 7.3
SOUTHERN HILLS ES Oklahoma City 1.9 mi 4.7
ROCKWOOD ES Oklahoma City 2.1 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 73119 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,936

Median Home Value

$93,600

Median Rent

$923/mo

Population

30,307

College Educated

6.2%

Homeownership

47.5%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

26.8%

Median Age

30.3

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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CANEY VALLEY ES Ochelata, OK 6.6
CHEROKEE ES Tahlequah, OK 6.6
CLEVELAND ES Norman, OK 6.6
FLOWER MOUND PUBLIC SCHOOL Lawton, OK 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Coolidge ES

What grades does Coolidge ES serve?

Coolidge ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Coolidge ES?

Coolidge ES has an enrollment of approximately 541 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Coolidge ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Coolidge ES is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Coolidge ES rank in OK?

Coolidge ES ranks #621 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Coolidge ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Coolidge ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Coolidge ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Coolidge ES has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Coolidge ES a charter school?

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

Is Coolidge ES a Title I school?

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

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

98.2% of students at Coolidge 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
46 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
541
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
98.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Oklahoma County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.9%

District

OKLAHOMA CITY
District Enrollment
32,899
Schools in District
58
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,336
District Rank
#14 of 57

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