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Esperanza ES
Elementary School · OKLAHOMA CITY
3517 South Linn Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73119
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
423
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#1,158 of 1,750
In Oklahoma City
#82 of 137
public schools
In district
#35 of 57
OKLAHOMA CITY
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About Esperanza ES
Esperanza ES is a public elementary school in Oklahoma City, OK, part of OKLAHOMA CITY. Esperanza ES serves approximately 423 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Esperanza ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,158 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for Esperanza ES show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- OK avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Esperanza 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.
41% of students at Esperanza 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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Esperanza ES — Students at Esperanza ES score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 6.9/10.
How Esperanza ES Compares
See how Esperanza 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
3517 South Linn Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73119
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Esperanza ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ARTHUR ES (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WESTERN GATEWAY (rated 7.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VAN BUREN ES (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oklahoma City, see our Oklahoma City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VAN BUREN ES Oklahoma City | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| MARY GOLDA ROSS MS Oklahoma City | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| SANTA FE SOUTH EARLY CHILDHOOD Oklahoma City | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| ROOSEVELT MS Oklahoma City | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| ROCKWOOD ES Oklahoma City | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| COOLIDGE ES Oklahoma City | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| ADAMS ES Oklahoma City | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| ST PAUL'S COMMUNITY SCHOOL Oklahoma City | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| ARTHUR ES Oklahoma City | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| U. S. GRANT HS Oklahoma City | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Santa Fe South Penn ES Oklahoma City | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| HERONVILLE ES Oklahoma City | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Oklahoma City | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| FILLMORE ES Oklahoma City | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| HILLCREST ES Oklahoma City | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| WESTERN GATEWAY Oklahoma City | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| JOHN GLENN ES Oklahoma City | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| PRAIRIE QUEEN ES Oklahoma City | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| CAPITOL HILL HS Oklahoma City | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| MARK TWAIN ES Oklahoma City | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALLEN-BOWDEN PUBLIC SCHOOL Tulsa, OK | 5.6 |
| BURCHAM ES Weatherford, OK | 5.6 |
| CANADIAN ES Canadian, OK | 5.6 |
| CEDAR RIDGE ES Tulsa, OK | 5.6 |
| CENTRAL ES Warr Acres, OK | 5.6 |
| CHECOTAH INTERMEDIATE ES Checotah, OK | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Esperanza ES
What grades does Esperanza ES serve?
Esperanza ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Esperanza ES?
Esperanza ES has an enrollment of approximately 423 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Esperanza ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Esperanza ES is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Esperanza ES rank in OK?
Esperanza ES ranks #1,158 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is Esperanza ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Esperanza ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Esperanza ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Esperanza ES has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Esperanza ES a charter school?
No, Esperanza ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Esperanza ES a Title I school?
No, Esperanza ES is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Esperanza ES?
98.6% of students at Esperanza 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 423
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Oklahoma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.1%
- Phone
- (405) 587-6900
Resources & Links
District
OKLAHOMA CITY- District Enrollment
- 32,899
- Schools in District
- 58
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,336
- District Rank
- #35 of 57
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