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Heronville ES

Elementary School · OKLAHOMA CITY

1240 Southwest 29th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73109

Enrollment

565

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#887 of 1,750

In Oklahoma City

#60 of 137

public schools

In district

#23 of 57

OKLAHOMA CITY

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Heronville ES

6.1/10

Elementary School in Oklahoma City · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Heronville ES

Heronville ES is a public elementary school in Oklahoma City, OK, part of OKLAHOMA CITY. Heronville ES serves approximately 565 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Heronville ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #887 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Heronville ES show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • OK avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-12.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency8% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency13% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)12% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected+0.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,336
Chronic Absenteeism22.8%

Heronville ES — Students at Heronville ES score 12% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

97.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 25.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 21.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 40 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
60%
ELA
44%
2010
Math
51%
ELA
41%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
44%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
11%
ELA
10%
2017
Math
8%
ELA
10%
2018
Math
8%
ELA
11%
2019
Math
8%
ELA
11%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
23%
ELA
9%
2024
Math
25.7%
ELA
23.3%
2025
Math
16.7%
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: 6.1/10.

How Heronville ES Compares

See how Heronville ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
49th percentile in OK
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
98%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.8%

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

1240 Southwest 29th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Heronville ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SANTA FE SOUTH SPERO ES (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WESTERN GATEWAY (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Santa Fe South Penn ES (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oklahoma City, see our Oklahoma City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ST PAUL'S COMMUNITY SCHOOL Oklahoma City 0.6 mi 4.1
ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Oklahoma City 0.8 mi 5.9
WESTERN GATEWAY Oklahoma City 1.0 mi 7.4
CAPITOL HILL HS Oklahoma City 1.0 mi 4.6
ADELAIDE LEE ES Oklahoma City 1.0 mi 6.0
MARY GOLDA ROSS MS Oklahoma City 1.1 mi 4.9
SANTA FE SOUTH EARLY CHILDHOOD Oklahoma City 1.2 mi 5.3
U. S. GRANT HS Oklahoma City 1.4 mi 4.7
FILLMORE ES Oklahoma City 1.5 mi 5.7
ESPERANZA ES Oklahoma City 1.2 mi 5.6
CAPITOL HILL MS Oklahoma City 1.2 mi 5.4
Santa Fe South Penn ES Oklahoma City 1.6 mi 7.2
VAN BUREN ES Oklahoma City 1.5 mi 7.2
COOLIDGE ES Oklahoma City 1.8 mi 6.6
SANTA FE SOUTH SPERO ES Oklahoma City 1.9 mi 8.1
ROCKWOOD ES Oklahoma City 1.9 mi 6.0
PRAIRIE QUEEN ES Oklahoma City 2.4 mi 4.8
JOHN W REX CHARTER ELEMENTARY Oklahoma City 2.4 mi 4.7
WHEELER MS Oklahoma City 2.0 mi 5.3
SOUTHEAST HS Oklahoma City 2.3 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 73109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$40,944

Median Home Value

$89,300

Median Rent

$851/mo

Population

20,904

College Educated

7.5%

Homeownership

45.8%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

30%

Median Age

31.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Heronville ES

What grades does Heronville ES serve?

Heronville ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Heronville ES?

Heronville ES has an enrollment of approximately 565 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Heronville ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Heronville 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 Heronville ES rank in OK?

Heronville ES ranks #887 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Heronville ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Heronville ES 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 Heronville ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Heronville ES has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Heronville ES a charter school?

No, Heronville ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Heronville ES a Title I school?

No, Heronville ES is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heronville ES?

97.7% of students at Heronville 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
565
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
97.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Oklahoma County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.8%

District

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

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