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Below Average

#1500 of 1,750 schools in OK

Lake Park ES

Elementary School · PUTNAM CITY

8221 Northwest 30th Street, Bethany, OK 73008

Enrollment

300

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#1,500 of 1,750

In Bethany

#7 of 9

public schools

In district

#22 of 26

PUTNAM CITY

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Lake Park ES

4.8/10

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

Putnam City West HS

4.4/10

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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5.4/10

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About Lake Park ES

Lake Park ES is a public elementary school in Bethany, OK, part of PUTNAM CITY. Lake Park ES serves approximately 300 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Park ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,500 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Lake Park ES show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • OK avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Lake Park 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 Progress3.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-20.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency19% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)18% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected+0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,727
Chronic Absenteeism33%

Lake Park ES — Students at Lake Park ES score 18% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

86.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.2% (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
67%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2024
Math
31.5%
ELA
46.5%
2025
Math
20%
ELA
17.5%

* 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: 3.0/10.

How Lake Park ES Compares

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

Overall Score
4.8/10
14th percentile in OK
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
87%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.0%

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

8221 Northwest 30th Street, Bethany, OK 73008

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lake Park ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SNU LAB SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GREENVALE ES (rated 6.6/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Oklahoma City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COUNCIL GROVE ES (rated 6.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Oklahoma City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bethany, see our Bethany schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
PUTNAM CITY WEST HS Oklahoma City 0.6 mi 4.4
OVERHOLSER ES Bethany 0.6 mi 5.4
WESTERN OAKS ES Bethany 1.3 mi 4.2
WESTERN OAKS MS Bethany 1.3 mi 5.8
SNU LAB SCHOOL Bethany 1.4 mi 8.6
GREENVALE ES Oklahoma City 1.9 mi 6.6
COUNCIL GROVE ES Oklahoma City 2.0 mi 6.3
CHILDREN'S CTR Bethany 1.9 mi 4.7
BETHANY MS Bethany 1.9 mi 7.4
EARL HARRIS ES Bethany 1.9 mi 5.2
BETHANY HS Bethany 1.9 mi 8.0
APOLLO ES Bethany 2.0 mi 5.9
COOPER MS Oklahoma City 2.9 mi 6.1
TRANSFORMATION LEARNING CENTER Warr Acres 2.6 mi
CENTRAL ES Warr Acres 2.6 mi 5.6
JAMES L. CAPPS MS Warr Acres 2.7 mi 5.5
TULAKES ES Oklahoma City 3.1 mi 5.3
WINDSOR HILLS ES Oklahoma City 2.8 mi 5.0
MAYFIELD MS Oklahoma City 2.9 mi 4.7
BRIDGESTONE ES Oklahoma City 3.7 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 73008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,981

Median Home Value

$163,500

Median Rent

$1,072/mo

Population

21,469

College Educated

23.4%

Homeownership

53.1%

Avg Commute

20.6 min

Poverty Rate

18.5%

Median Age

31.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lake Park ES

What grades does Lake Park ES serve?

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

How many students attend Lake Park ES?

Lake Park ES has an enrollment of approximately 300 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lake Park ES is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lake Park ES rank in OK?

Lake Park ES ranks #1,500 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Lake Park ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Lake Park ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Lake Park ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Park ES has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lake Park ES a charter school?

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

Is Lake Park ES a Title I school?

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

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

86.7% of students at Lake 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
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
86.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Oklahoma County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.0%

District

PUTNAM CITY
District Enrollment
18,733
Schools in District
26
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,727
District Rank
#22 of 26

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