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#1432 of 1,750 schools in OK
John Glenn ES
Elementary School · WESTERN HEIGHTS
6501 South Land Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73159
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#1,432 of 1,750
In Oklahoma City
#107 of 137
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
WESTERN HEIGHTS
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John Glenn ES
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About John Glenn ES
John Glenn ES is a public elementary school in Oklahoma City, OK, part of WESTERN HEIGHTS. John Glenn ES serves approximately 408 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. John Glenn ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,432 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for John Glenn ES show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- OK avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at John Glenn 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.
34% of students at John Glenn 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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John Glenn ES — Students at John Glenn ES score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.9%
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: 6.2/10.
How John Glenn ES Compares
See how John Glenn 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
6501 South Land Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73159
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Glenn ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ARTHUR ES (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is VAN BUREN ES (rated 7.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Santa Fe South Penn ES (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oklahoma City, see our Oklahoma City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HILLCREST ES Oklahoma City | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| SANTA FE S PATHWAYS MID COLLEG Oklahoma City | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| ARTHUR ES Oklahoma City | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| COOLIDGE ES Oklahoma City | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| ROOSEVELT MS Oklahoma City | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| FAIRVIEW ES Oklahoma City | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| VAN BUREN ES Oklahoma City | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| ADAMS ES Oklahoma City | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Santa Fe South Penn ES Oklahoma City | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| SANTA FE SOUTH EARLY CHILDHOOD Oklahoma City | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| U. S. GRANT HS Oklahoma City | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| PRAIRIE QUEEN ES Oklahoma City | 1.9 mi | 4.8 |
| ESPERANZA ES Oklahoma City | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| SOUTHERN HILLS ES Oklahoma City | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| JEFFERSON MS Oklahoma City | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| FILLMORE ES Oklahoma City | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| WEST JHS Oklahoma City | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| ST PAUL'S COMMUNITY SCHOOL Oklahoma City | 2.6 mi | 4.1 |
| ROCKWOOD ES Oklahoma City | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| MARY GOLDA ROSS MS Oklahoma City | 2.8 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 73159 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,369
Median Home Value
$144,200
Median Rent
$1,119/mo
Population
32,172
College Educated
16.9%
Homeownership
53%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Median Age
32.8
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| JANE PHILLIPS ES Bartlesville, OK | 5.0 |
| LINCOLN ES Ponca City, OK | 5.0 |
| LYNN WOOD ES Broken Arrow, OK | 5.0 |
| MACARTHUR ES Tulsa, OK | 5.0 |
| MCLOUD EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Mcloud, OK | 5.0 |
| OOLOGAH-TALALA UPPER ES Oologah, OK | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Glenn ES
What grades does John Glenn ES serve?
John Glenn ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend John Glenn ES?
John Glenn ES has an enrollment of approximately 408 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Glenn ES?
The student-teacher ratio at John Glenn ES is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Glenn ES rank in OK?
John Glenn ES ranks #1,432 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is John Glenn ES's MySchoolScout rating?
John Glenn ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 John Glenn ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Glenn ES has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is John Glenn ES a charter school?
No, John Glenn ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Glenn ES a Title I school?
No, John Glenn ES is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Glenn ES?
93.9% of students at John Glenn 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
- 408
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Oklahoma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.1%
- Phone
- (405) 350-3480
Resources & Links
District
WESTERN HEIGHTS- District Enrollment
- 2,888
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,887
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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