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#1700 of 1,750 schools in OK

Del City ES

Elementary School · MIDWEST CITY-DEL CITY

2400 Epperly Drive, Del City, OK 73115

Enrollment

516

Student-Teacher

19.1:1

Score

3.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#1,700 of 1,750

In Del City

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#19 of 19

MIDWEST CITY-DEL CITY

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Del City ES

3.7/10

Elementary School in Del City · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.5/10

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5.0/10

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About Del City ES

Del City ES is a public elementary school in Del City, OK, part of MIDWEST CITY-DEL CITY. Del City ES serves approximately 516 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Del City ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,700 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Del City ES show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.0
  • OK avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Del City 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 Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-14.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.1Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency6% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency8% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-18.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,270
Chronic Absenteeism31.4%

Del City ES — Students at Del City ES score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 34.0% (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
77%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
61%
ELA
65%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
21%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
16%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
20%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
20%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
10%
ELA
17%
2024
Math
18.3%
ELA
27.8%
2025
Math
10.3%
ELA
6.3%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Del City ES Compares

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

Overall Score
3.7/10
3th percentile in OK
Academic
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.4%

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

2400 Epperly Drive, Del City, OK 73115

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Del City ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Midwest City), which scores notably higher. Another option is TINKER ES (rated 6.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Oklahoma City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Midwest City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Del City, see our Del City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
CHRISTIAN HERITAGE ACADEMY Del City 0.2 mi 5.5
DEL CITY HS Del City 0.4 mi 5.0
DEL CITY MS Del City 0.5 mi 4.7
EPPERLY HEIGHTS ES Del City 0.6 mi 4.2
DESTINY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Del City 0.7 mi 6.6
TOWNSEND ES Del City 1.0 mi 4.7
TINKER ES Oklahoma City 1.8 mi 6.8
PARKVIEW ES Oklahoma City 2.2 mi 4.4
BODINE ES Oklahoma City 2.4 mi 5.4
CLEVELAND BAILEY ES Midwest City 2.5 mi 4.2
MIDWEST CITY HS Midwest City 2.4 mi 5.6
ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL Midwest City 2.4 mi 8.5
CROOKED OAK HS Oklahoma City 2.4 mi 7.4
CENTRAL OAK ES Oklahoma City 2.4 mi 6.3
CROOKED OAK MS Oklahoma City 2.5 mi 6.2
COUNTRY ESTATES ES Oklahoma City 2.6 mi 4.6
THE GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Midwest City 2.9 mi 6.6
MIDWEST CITY ES Midwest City 2.7 mi 4.5
RIDGECREST ES Midwest City 3.0 mi 4.0
MIDWEST CITY MS Midwest City 3.0 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 73115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,579

Median Home Value

$111,000

Median Rent

$1,024/mo

Population

20,407

College Educated

15.5%

Homeownership

56%

Avg Commute

20.3 min

Poverty Rate

21%

Median Age

35.5

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INOLA ES Inola, OK 3.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Del City ES

What grades does Del City ES serve?

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

How many students attend Del City ES?

Del City ES has an enrollment of approximately 516 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Del City ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Del City ES is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Del City ES rank in OK?

Del City ES ranks #1,700 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Del City ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Del City ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Del City ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Del City ES has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Del City ES a charter school?

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

Is Del City ES a Title I school?

No, Del City ES is not currently a Title I school.

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

69.0% of students at Del City 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
63 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
516
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Oklahoma County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.4%

District

MIDWEST CITY-DEL CITY
District Enrollment
12,380
Schools in District
19
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,270
District Rank
#19 of 19

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