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Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms)

Middle School · OKLAHOMA CITY

715 North Walker Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73102

Enrollment

92

Student-Teacher

4.8:1

Score

6.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#888 of 1,750

In Oklahoma City

#61 of 137

public schools

In district

#24 of 57

OKLAHOMA CITY

Academic growth

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms)

6.1/10

Middle School in Oklahoma City · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms)

Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms) is a public middle school in Oklahoma City, OK, part of OKLAHOMA CITY. Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms) serves approximately 92 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 4.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #888 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms) show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • OK avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

At 92 students, Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms) 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 Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms) 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.

At 4.8:1 students to teachers, Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms) sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-3.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.0Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency8% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency8% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency8% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-28.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio4.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,336
Chronic Absenteeism34.8%

Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms) — Students at Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms) score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 12.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 23.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 36 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
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2010
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2011
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2017
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2018
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2019
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2024
ELA
22.5%
2025
Math
8%
ELA
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: 8.4/10.

How Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms) Compares

See how Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
49th percentile in OK
Academic
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
5:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.8%

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

715 North Walker Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73102

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms) may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CLASSEN MS OF ADVANCED STUDIES (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ASTEC CHARTER MS (rated 5.5/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CAPITOL HILL MS (rated 5.4/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Oklahoma City, see our Oklahoma City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
EMERSON ALTERNATIVE ED. (HS) Oklahoma City 0.0 mi 5.3
EMERSON ALTERNATIVE ED. (ES) Oklahoma City 0.0 mi 7.9
THE ACADEMY OF CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN MIDTOWN CAMPUS Oklahoma City 0.5 mi 6.5
JOHN W REX CHARTER ELEMENTARY Oklahoma City 0.6 mi 4.7
EUGENE FIELD ES Oklahoma City 0.9 mi 7.6
WILSON ES Oklahoma City 1.2 mi 7.7
CLASSEN MS OF ADVANCED STUDIES Oklahoma City 1.1 mi 7.8
DOVE SCIENCE ACADEMY HS Oklahoma City 1.4 mi 7.5
ROSARY SCHOOL Oklahoma City 1.6 mi 8.4
TRINITY SCHOOL Oklahoma City 1.9 mi 8.6
WESTERN GATEWAY Oklahoma City 1.9 mi 7.4
BISHOP JOHN CARROLL SCHOOL Oklahoma City 2.0 mi 6.4
HARDING FINE ARTS ACADEMY Oklahoma City 2.0 mi 8.0
HAWTHORNE ES Oklahoma City 1.9 mi 6.4
MARK TWAIN ES Oklahoma City 2.0 mi 6.5
ASTEC CHARTER MS Oklahoma City 2.2 mi 5.5
ASTEC CHARTER HS Oklahoma City 2.2 mi 6.4
POSITIVE TOMORROWS Oklahoma City 2.0 mi 6.5
ASTEC CHARTER ES Oklahoma City 2.1 mi 3.6
CAPITOL HILL MS Oklahoma City 2.6 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 73102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,542

Median Home Value

$212,500

Median Rent

$1,253/mo

Population

3,590

College Educated

27.4%

Homeownership

7.3%

Poverty Rate

16.2%

Median Age

34.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms)

What grades does Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms) serve?

Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms) serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms)?

Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms) has an enrollment of approximately 92 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms)?

The student-teacher ratio at Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms) is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms) rank in OK?

Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms) ranks #888 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms)'s MySchoolScout rating?

Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms) has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms) a charter school?

No, Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms) a Title I school?

No, Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms)?

47.8% of students at Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms) 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
91 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
73 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
80 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
92
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.8%
Type
alternative
Setting
Large City
County
Oklahoma County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.8%

District

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

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