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Highland Park ES

Elementary School · STILLWATER

400 South Drury, Stillwater, OK 74074

Enrollment

543

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#530 of 1,750

In Stillwater

#8 of 9

public schools

In district

#8 of 9

STILLWATER

Academic performance

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Highland Park ES

6.8/10

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

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7.0/10

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About Highland Park ES

Highland Park ES is a public elementary school in Stillwater, OK, part of STILLWATER. Highland Park ES serves approximately 543 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Highland Park ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #530 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Highland Park ES show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.3
  • OK avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-12.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected+11.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,065
Chronic Absenteeism20.4%

Highland Park ES — Students at Highland Park ES score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 49.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 48 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
62%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
78%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
34%
ELA
18%
2024
Math
48.3%
ELA
42.5%
2025
Math
39.3%
ELA
26.8%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Highland Park ES Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
70th percentile in OK
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
6.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.4%

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

400 South Drury, Stillwater, OK 74074

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Highland Park ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PERKINS-TRYON ES (rated 9.1/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Perkins), which scores notably higher. Another option is RICHMOND ES (rated 8.0/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PERKINS-TRYON INTERMEDIATE ES (rated 8.0/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Perkins), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Stillwater, see our Stillwater schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.5 mi
School Distance Rating
SKYLINE ES Stillwater 1.6 mi 7.0
STILLWATER JHS Stillwater 1.6 mi 5.1
STILLWATER HS Stillwater 2.3 mi 7.1
COVENANT COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Stillwater 2.3 mi 6.1
WILL ROGERS ES Stillwater 2.6 mi 7.3
WESTWOOD ES Stillwater 3.1 mi 7.6
STILLWATER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Stillwater 4.2 mi 5.8
RICHMOND ES Stillwater 4.2 mi 8.0
STILLWATER MS Stillwater 4.7 mi 6.9
SANGRE RIDGE ES Stillwater 4.7 mi 7.1
PERKINS-TRYON HS Perkins 9.2 mi 6.8
PERKINS-TRYON ES Perkins 9.8 mi 9.1
PERKINS-TRYON INTERMEDIATE ES Perkins 9.8 mi 8.0
PERKINS-TRYON MS Perkins 10.0 mi 5.7
GLENCOE ES Glencoe 9.6 mi 7.9
GLENCOE HS Glencoe 9.7 mi 5.5
RIPLEY HS Ripley 10.1 mi 8.9
RIPLEY ES Ripley 10.1 mi 5.7
MORRISON ES Morrison 11.9 mi 6.3
MORRISON HS Morrison 12.5 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 74074 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,245

Median Home Value

$247,300

Median Rent

$965/mo

Population

31,934

College Educated

50.9%

Homeownership

48.8%

Avg Commute

16.8 min

Poverty Rate

24.8%

Median Age

27.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Highland Park ES

What grades does Highland Park ES serve?

Highland Park ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Highland Park ES?

Highland Park ES has an enrollment of approximately 543 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Park ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Highland Park ES is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Highland Park ES rank in OK?

Highland Park ES ranks #530 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Highland Park ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Highland Park ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Highland Park ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Highland Park ES has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Highland Park ES a charter school?

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

Is Highland Park ES a Title I school?

No, Highland Park ES is not currently a Title I school.

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

79.7% of students at Highland Park 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
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
543
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Payne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.4%

District

STILLWATER
District Enrollment
6,019
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,065
District Rank
#8 of 9

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