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Key ES

Elementary School · TULSA

5702 South Irvington Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74135

Enrollment

302

Student-Teacher

18.9:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#999 of 1,750

In Tulsa

#43 of 104

public schools

In district

#23 of 69

TULSA

Academic growth

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Key ES

5.9/10

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

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5.0/10

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About Key ES

Key ES is a public elementary school in Tulsa, OK, part of TULSA. Key ES serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Key ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #999 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Key ES show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • OK avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Key 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.

52% of students at Key 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-3.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency11% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency12% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)15% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment2.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,873
Chronic Absenteeism52%

Key ES — Students at Key ES score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.4%

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 26.4% (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
57%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
48%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2024
Math
14.5%
ELA
18.3%
2025
Math
13.5%
ELA
12.3%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Key ES Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
43th percentile in OK
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
91%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
52.0%

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

5702 South Irvington Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74135

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Key ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DARNABY ES (rated 7.7/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is UNDERCROFT MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CARNEGIE ES (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tulsa, see our Tulsa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
MEMORIAL HS Tulsa 0.2 mi 5.0
PEACE ACADEMY Tulsa 1.0 mi 8.5
CARNEGIE ES Tulsa 0.9 mi 7.2
MEMORIAL MS Tulsa 1.1 mi 4.5
SALK ES Tulsa 1.2 mi 6.1
GRISSOM ES Tulsa 1.3 mi 6.5
BISHOP KELLEY HIGH SCHOOL, INC. Tulsa 1.7 mi 5.1
UNDERCROFT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Tulsa 2.0 mi 7.3
THOREAU DEMONSTRATION ACADEMY Tulsa 1.8 mi 4.3
HENRY ZARROW INTERNATIONAL SCH Tulsa 2.1 mi 5.6
EISENHOWER INTERNATIONAL ES Tulsa 1.8 mi 4.5
PATRICK HENRY ES Tulsa 2.0 mi 5.5
MINGO VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tulsa 1.9 mi 6.2
THOMAS EDISON PREPARATORY HS Tulsa 2.5 mi 6.7
EDISON PREPARATORY MS Tulsa 2.5 mi 6.7
UNION HS Tulsa 2.5 mi 5.9
MISS HELENS PRIVATE SCHOOL Tulsa 2.5 mi 7.0
CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI ACADEMY Tulsa 2.8 mi 6.6
DARNABY ES Tulsa 3.1 mi 7.7
JARMAN ES Tulsa 2.9 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 74135 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,942

Median Home Value

$230,700

Median Rent

$900/mo

Population

19,737

College Educated

46.5%

Homeownership

51.5%

Avg Commute

16.3 min

Poverty Rate

12.9%

Median Age

42

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CROSS TIMBERS ES Tecumseh, OK 5.9
E. M. TROUT ES Ponca City, OK 5.9
HOBART ES Hobart, OK 5.9
LINCOLN LEARNING CTR El Reno, OK 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Key ES

What grades does Key ES serve?

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

How many students attend Key ES?

Key ES has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Key ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Key ES is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Key ES rank in OK?

Key ES ranks #999 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Key ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Key ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Key ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Key ES has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Key ES a charter school?

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

Is Key ES a Title I school?

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

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

91.4% of students at Key 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
40 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Tulsa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
52.0%

District

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

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