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#1106 of 1,750 schools in OK
Owen ES
Elementary School · TULSA
1132 North Vandalia Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74115
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
385
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#1,106 of 1,750
In Tulsa
#52 of 104
public schools
In district
#28 of 69
TULSA
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About Owen ES
Owen ES is a public elementary school in Tulsa, OK, part of TULSA. Owen ES serves approximately 385 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Owen ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,106 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for Owen ES show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- OK avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Owen 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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Owen ES — Students at Owen ES score 13% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.1%
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: 6.6/10.
How Owen ES Compares
See how Owen 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
1132 North Vandalia Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Owen ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UNIVERSITY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MAYO DEMONSTRATION ES (rated 6.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MITCHELL ES (rated 6.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tulsa, see our Tulsa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| UNITY LEARNING ACADEMY Tulsa | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| CELIA CLINTON ES Tulsa | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| WILL ROGERS COLLEGE HS Tulsa | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| WILL ROGERS COLLEGE MS Tulsa | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| TULSA HONOR ACADEMY CHARTER Tulsa | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| BELL ES Tulsa | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| STS PETER & PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tulsa | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| TULSA MET HS Tulsa | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Tulsa Met Middle School Tulsa | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| TULSA ADVENTIST ACADEMY Tulsa | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| MCKINLEY ES Tulsa | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| HAMILTON ES Tulsa | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| UNIVERSITY SCHOOL Tulsa | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| SEQUOYAH ES Tulsa | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| MITCHELL ES Tulsa | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| SPRINGDALE ES Tulsa | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| INSTITUTO BILINGUE GUADALUPANO Tulsa | 1.9 mi | — |
| SAN MIGUEL SCHOOL OF TULSA Tulsa | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| KENDALL-WHITTIER ES Tulsa | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
| MAYO DEMONSTRATION ES Tulsa | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 74115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,111
Median Home Value
$74,900
Median Rent
$987/mo
Population
23,657
College Educated
8.6%
Homeownership
54.9%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
28.4%
Median Age
30.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| APPLE CREEK ES Moore, OK | 5.7 |
| ARROWHEAD ES Broken Arrow, OK | 5.7 |
| CASHION ES Cashion, OK | 5.7 |
| CLEVELAND PRIMARY ES Cleveland, OK | 5.7 |
| DIERKS ES Broken Bow, OK | 5.7 |
| FRONTIER ES Red Rock, OK | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Owen ES
What grades does Owen ES serve?
Owen ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Owen ES?
Owen ES has an enrollment of approximately 385 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Owen ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Owen ES is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Owen ES rank in OK?
Owen ES ranks #1,106 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is Owen ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Owen ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Owen ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Owen ES has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Owen ES a charter school?
No, Owen ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Owen ES a Title I school?
No, Owen ES is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Owen ES?
97.1% of students at Owen 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
- 385
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Tulsa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.4%
- Phone
- (918) 746-9230
Resources & Links
District
TULSA- District Enrollment
- 33,562
- Schools in District
- 69
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,873
- District Rank
- #28 of 69
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