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#1428 of 1,750 schools in OK
Macarthur ES
Elementary School · TULSA
2182 South 73rd East Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74129
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#1,428 of 1,750
In Tulsa
#83 of 104
public schools
In district
#52 of 69
TULSA
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Macarthur ES
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About Macarthur ES
Macarthur ES is a public elementary school in Tulsa, OK, part of TULSA. Macarthur ES serves approximately 387 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Macarthur ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,428 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for Macarthur ES show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- OK avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Macarthur 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.
46% of students at Macarthur 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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Macarthur ES — Students at Macarthur ES score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)
Based on 48 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: 7.2/10.
How Macarthur ES Compares
See how Macarthur 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
2182 South 73rd East Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74129
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Macarthur ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PIUS X SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is UNDERCROFT MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, College Bound Academy- Eastside Campus (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tulsa, see our Tulsa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NATHAN HALE HS Tulsa | 0.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Nathan Hale Middle School Tulsa | 0.2 mi | 4.3 |
| ST PIUS X SCHOOL Tulsa | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| TULSA HONOR ACADEMY HS Tulsa | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Flores Middle School Tulsa | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| HOOVER ES Tulsa | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| SKELLY ES Tulsa | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| HENRY ZARROW INTERNATIONAL SCH Tulsa | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| UNDERCROFT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Tulsa | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| TOWN & COUNTRY SCHOOL Tulsa | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| LINDBERGH ES Tulsa | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI ACADEMY Tulsa | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| BISHOP KELLEY HIGH SCHOOL, INC. Tulsa | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| TULSA HONOR ACADEMY CHARTER Tulsa | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| BELL ES Tulsa | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| College Bound Academy- Eastside Campus Tulsa | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| MITCHELL ES Tulsa | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| PEACE ACADEMY Tulsa | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| DOLORES HUERTA ES Tulsa | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| MCKINLEY ES Tulsa | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 74129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,645
Median Home Value
$141,900
Median Rent
$929/mo
Population
18,764
College Educated
15.5%
Homeownership
49.6%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
24.5%
Median Age
32.1
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|---|---|
| JANE PHILLIPS ES Bartlesville, OK | 5.0 |
| JOHN GLENN ES Oklahoma City, OK | 5.0 |
| LINCOLN ES Ponca City, OK | 5.0 |
| LYNN WOOD ES Broken Arrow, 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 Macarthur ES
What grades does Macarthur ES serve?
Macarthur ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Macarthur ES?
Macarthur ES has an enrollment of approximately 387 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Macarthur ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Macarthur ES is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Macarthur ES rank in OK?
Macarthur ES ranks #1,428 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is Macarthur ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Macarthur 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 Macarthur ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Macarthur ES has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Macarthur ES a charter school?
No, Macarthur ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Macarthur ES a Title I school?
No, Macarthur ES is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Macarthur ES?
87.1% of students at Macarthur 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 387
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Tulsa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.3%
- Phone
- (918) 746-9140
Resources & Links
District
TULSA- District Enrollment
- 33,562
- Schools in District
- 69
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,873
- District Rank
- #52 of 69
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