Below Average
#1646 of 1,750 schools in OK
Epperly Heights ES
Elementary School · MIDWEST CITY-DEL CITY
3805 Del Road, Del City, OK 73115
Enrollment
685
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
685
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#1,646 of 1,750
In Del City
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#17 of 19
MIDWEST CITY-DEL CITY
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Epperly Heights ES
Elementary School in Del City · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Epperly Heights ES
Epperly Heights ES is a public elementary school in Del City, OK, part of MIDWEST CITY-DEL CITY. Epperly Heights ES serves approximately 685 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 20.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Epperly Heights ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,646 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for Epperly Heights ES show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- OK avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Epperly Heights 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.
Epperly Heights ES runs 20.1:1 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.
38% of students at Epperly Heights 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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Epperly Heights ES — Students at Epperly Heights ES score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.1%
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: 6.2/10.
How Epperly Heights ES Compares
See how Epperly Heights 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
3805 Del Road, Del City, OK 73115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Epperly Heights ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Midwest City), which scores notably higher. Another option is TINKER ES (rated 6.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Oklahoma City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 3.3 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 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DESTINY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Del City | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| DEL CITY HS Del City | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| CHRISTIAN HERITAGE ACADEMY Del City | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| DEL CITY ES Del City | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| TOWNSEND ES Del City | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| DEL CITY MS Del City | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| CROOKED OAK HS Oklahoma City | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| CENTRAL OAK ES Oklahoma City | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| CROOKED OAK MS Oklahoma City | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| BODINE ES Oklahoma City | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| PARKVIEW ES Oklahoma City | 2.5 mi | 4.4 |
| TINKER ES Oklahoma City | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| DOUGLASS HS Oklahoma City | 2.8 mi | 5.1 |
| CLEVELAND BAILEY ES Midwest City | 2.9 mi | 4.2 |
| MOON MS Oklahoma City | 3.4 mi | 4.7 |
| MIDWEST CITY HS Midwest City | 3.0 mi | 5.6 |
| ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL Midwest City | 3.0 mi | 8.5 |
| THE GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Midwest City | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| WHEELER MS Oklahoma City | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
| CESAR CHAVEZ ES Oklahoma City | 3.1 mi | 6.2 |
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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| WESTERN OAKS ES Bethany, OK | 4.2 |
| COLLINSVILLE UPPER ES Collinsville, OK | 4.3 |
| EISENHOWER ES Lawton, OK | 4.3 |
| FAIRVIEW ES Oklahoma City, OK | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Epperly Heights ES
What grades does Epperly Heights ES serve?
Epperly Heights ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Epperly Heights ES?
Epperly Heights ES has an enrollment of approximately 685 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Epperly Heights ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Epperly Heights ES is 20.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Epperly Heights ES rank in OK?
Epperly Heights ES ranks #1,646 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is Epperly Heights ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Epperly Heights ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Epperly Heights ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Epperly Heights ES has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Epperly Heights ES a charter school?
No, Epperly Heights ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Epperly Heights ES a Title I school?
No, Epperly Heights ES is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Epperly Heights ES?
78.1% of students at Epperly Heights 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 685
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Oklahoma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.4%
- Phone
- (405) 671-8650
Resources & Links
District
MIDWEST CITY-DEL CITY- District Enrollment
- 12,380
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,270
- District Rank
- #17 of 19
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