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#1534 of 1,750 schools in OK

Greenwood Leadership Academy

Elementary School · TULSA

1789 W Seminole St, Tulsa, OK 74127

Enrollment

283

Student-Teacher

21.8:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#1,534 of 1,750

In Tulsa

#87 of 104

public schools

In district

#55 of 69

TULSA

Academic growth

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Greenwood Leadership Academy

4.7/10

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

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About Greenwood Leadership Academy

Greenwood Leadership Academy is a public elementary school in Tulsa, OK, part of TULSA. Greenwood Leadership Academy serves approximately 283 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 21.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Greenwood Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,534 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Greenwood Leadership Academy show 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • OK avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Greenwood Leadership Academy 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.

Greenwood Leadership Academy runs 21.8:1 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.

58% of students at Greenwood Leadership Academy 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 Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data5
Annual Change-9.12 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency6% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency7% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)16% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-9.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
Resources & Environment1.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,873
Chronic Absenteeism58%

Greenwood Leadership Academy — Students at Greenwood Leadership Academy score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 6.6% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 10.7% (multi-year average, 2020-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from OK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2024
Math
9%
ELA
22%
2025
Math
7.3%
ELA
5.5%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Greenwood Leadership Academy Compares

See how Greenwood Leadership Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
12th percentile in OK
Academic
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
13 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
58.0%

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

1789 W Seminole St, Tulsa, OK 74127

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Greenwood Leadership Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DEBORAH BROWN COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANDERSON ES (rated 6.5/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BURROUGHS ES (rated 6.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tulsa, see our Tulsa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
PROJECT ACCEPT TRAICE ES Tulsa 0.7 mi 5.5
BURROUGHS ES Tulsa 1.0 mi 6.0
EMERSON ES Tulsa 1.4 mi 5.4
TULSA SCHL ARTS SCIENCES MS Tulsa 1.6 mi 5.7
TULSA SCHL ARTS SCIENCES HS Tulsa 1.6 mi 6.0
CENTRAL HS Tulsa 1.5 mi 4.9
CENTRAL MS Tulsa 1.5 mi 4.5
CARVER MS Tulsa 1.6 mi 6.0
DREXEL ACADEMY Tulsa 2.0 mi 4.9
SANKOFA MIDDLE SCHOOL Tulsa 2.1 mi 4.4
DEBORAH BROWN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Tulsa 2.1 mi 8.4
WAYMAN TISDALE FINE ARTS ACAD Tulsa 2.2 mi 5.1
KIPP TULSA UNIVERSITY PREP Tulsa 2.6 mi 4.7
HAWTHORNE ES Tulsa 2.5 mi 4.9
WHITMAN ES Tulsa 2.7 mi 5.2
BOOKER T. WASHINGTON HS Tulsa 2.4 mi 8.3
KIPP TULSA ACAD. COLLEGE PREP. Tulsa 2.5 mi 6.4
ANDERSON ES Tulsa 2.9 mi 6.5
EUGENE FIELD ES Tulsa 3.5 mi 6.0
FELICITAS MENDEZ INTL SCHOOL Tulsa 3.0 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 74127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,287

Median Home Value

$120,600

Median Rent

$955/mo

Population

15,990

College Educated

23.1%

Homeownership

57.9%

Avg Commute

17.5 min

Poverty Rate

22.9%

Median Age

40

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Greenwood Leadership Academy

What grades does Greenwood Leadership Academy serve?

Greenwood Leadership Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Greenwood Leadership Academy?

Greenwood Leadership Academy has an enrollment of approximately 283 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Greenwood Leadership Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Greenwood Leadership Academy is 21.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Greenwood Leadership Academy rank in OK?

Greenwood Leadership Academy ranks #1,534 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Greenwood Leadership Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Greenwood Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Greenwood Leadership Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Greenwood Leadership Academy has 7% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).

Is Greenwood Leadership Academy a charter school?

No, Greenwood Leadership Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Greenwood Leadership Academy a Title I school?

No, Greenwood Leadership Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Greenwood Leadership Academy?

90.1% of students at Greenwood Leadership Academy 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
8 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
18 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Osage County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
58.0%

District

TULSA
District Enrollment
33,562
Schools in District
69
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,873
District Rank
#55 of 69

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