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#1282 of 1,750 schools in OK
Emerson ES
Elementary School · TULSA
909 North Boston Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74106
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
393
Student-Teacher
20.7:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#1,282 of 1,750
In Tulsa
#71 of 104
public schools
In district
#43 of 69
TULSA
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Emerson ES
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About Emerson ES
Emerson ES is a public elementary school in Tulsa, OK, part of TULSA. Emerson ES serves approximately 393 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 20.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Emerson ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,282 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for Emerson ES show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- OK avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Emerson 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.
Emerson ES runs 20.7:1 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.
47% of students at Emerson 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
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Emerson ES — Students at Emerson ES score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)
Based on 48 test records from OK state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.3/10.
How Emerson ES Compares
See how Emerson ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
909 North Boston Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Emerson ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DEBORAH BROWN COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is COUNCIL OAK ES (rated 7.8/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BURROUGHS ES (rated 6.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tulsa, see our Tulsa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DEBORAH BROWN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Tulsa | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| PROJECT ACCEPT TRAICE ES Tulsa | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| SANKOFA MIDDLE SCHOOL Tulsa | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| CARVER MS Tulsa | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| TULSA SCHL ARTS SCIENCES MS Tulsa | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| TULSA SCHL ARTS SCIENCES HS Tulsa | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| BURROUGHS ES Tulsa | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| GREENWOOD LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Tulsa | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| BOOKER T. WASHINGTON HS Tulsa | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| KIPP TULSA ACAD. COLLEGE PREP. Tulsa | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| CENTRAL HS Tulsa | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| CENTRAL MS Tulsa | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| COUNCIL OAK ES Tulsa | 2.4 mi | 7.8 |
| MARQUETTE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tulsa | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| EUGENE FIELD ES Tulsa | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| DREXEL ACADEMY Tulsa | 2.7 mi | 4.9 |
| SAN MIGUEL SCHOOL OF TULSA Tulsa | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| HAWTHORNE ES Tulsa | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
| INSTITUTO BILINGUE GUADALUPANO Tulsa | 2.3 mi | — |
| SPRINGDALE ES Tulsa | 2.3 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BARNARD ES Tecumseh, OK | 5.4 |
| CEDAR HEIGHTS ES Woodward, OK | 5.4 |
| JEFFERSON HEIGHTS ES Sapulpa, OK | 5.4 |
| MADISON ES Norman, OK | 5.4 |
| MCCORD PUBLIC SCHOOL Ponca City, OK | 5.4 |
| OKTAHA ES Oktaha, OK | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emerson ES
What grades does Emerson ES serve?
Emerson ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Emerson ES?
Emerson ES has an enrollment of approximately 393 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Emerson ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Emerson ES is 20.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Emerson ES rank in OK?
Emerson ES ranks #1,282 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is Emerson ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Emerson ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Emerson ES has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Emerson ES a charter school?
No, Emerson ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Emerson ES a Title I school?
No, Emerson ES is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Emerson ES?
79.1% of students at Emerson 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 393
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Tulsa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.8%
- Phone
- (918) 925-1320
Resources & Links
District
TULSA- District Enrollment
- 33,562
- Schools in District
- 69
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,873
- District Rank
- #43 of 69
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