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Quail Creek ES

Elementary School · OKLAHOMA CITY

11700 Thornridge Road, Oklahoma City, OK 73120

Enrollment

529

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#939 of 1,750

In Oklahoma City

#64 of 137

public schools

In district

#26 of 57

OKLAHOMA CITY

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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6.0/10

Elementary School in Oklahoma City · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Quail Creek ES

Quail Creek ES is a public elementary school in Oklahoma City, OK, part of OKLAHOMA CITY. Quail Creek ES serves approximately 529 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Quail Creek ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #939 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Quail Creek ES show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • OK avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Quail Creek 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-10.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency14% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-8.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,336
Chronic Absenteeism27.2%

Quail Creek ES — Students at Quail Creek ES score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

76.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 38.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 45.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 40 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
77%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
79%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2024
Math
16.7%
ELA
33%
2025
Math
14%
ELA
14.3%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Quail Creek ES Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
46th percentile in OK
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.2%

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

11700 Thornridge Road, Oklahoma City, OK 73120

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Quail Creek ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KIRKLAND EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR (rated 8.8/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HUPFELD ACAD./WESTERN VILLAGE (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NICHOLS HILLS ES (rated 7.2/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Nichols Hills), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oklahoma City, see our Oklahoma City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
JOHN MARSHALL MS Oklahoma City 0.9 mi 5.1
JOHN MARSHALL HS Oklahoma City 1.0 mi 4.9
RIDGEVIEW ES Oklahoma City 1.4 mi 6.4
VILLAGE PLAYSCHOOL Oklahoma City 1.6 mi
HERITAGE HALL Oklahoma City 1.6 mi 6.5
CROSSINGS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oklahoma City 2.0 mi 4.4
CASADY SCHOOL Oklahoma City 2.0 mi 7.1
HUPFELD ACAD./WESTERN VILLAGE Oklahoma City 1.9 mi 8.0
Scissortail Elementary School Okc 2.3 mi 6.5
GOOD SHEPHERD Oklahoma City 2.1 mi
SPECIAL CARE- INC. Oklahoma City 2.2 mi
BRITTON ES Oklahoma City 2.5 mi 6.3
ANGIE DEBO ES Edmond 3.1 mi 6.0
SUMMIT MS Edmond 3.0 mi 6.0
CHARLES HASKELL ES Edmond 3.1 mi 7.1
NICHOLS HILLS ES Nichols Hills 3.2 mi 7.2
INDEPENDENCE CHARTER MS Oklahoma City 3.5 mi 5.7
OKC HEARTLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL - FUTURE EDUC. LLC Oklahoma City 3.9 mi
KIRKLAND EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Oklahoma City 3.9 mi 8.8
ODYSSEY LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Oklahoma City 3.7 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 73120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,942

Median Home Value

$227,600

Median Rent

$1,045/mo

Population

34,651

College Educated

47.6%

Homeownership

52.7%

Avg Commute

19.5 min

Poverty Rate

11.3%

Median Age

38.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Quail Creek ES

What grades does Quail Creek ES serve?

Quail Creek ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Quail Creek ES?

Quail Creek ES has an enrollment of approximately 529 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Quail Creek ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Quail Creek ES is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Quail Creek ES rank in OK?

Quail Creek ES ranks #939 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Quail Creek ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Quail Creek ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Quail Creek ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Quail Creek ES has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Quail Creek ES a charter school?

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

Is Quail Creek ES a Title I school?

No, Quail Creek ES is not currently a Title I school.

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

76.7% of students at Quail Creek 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
48 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
529
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
76.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Oklahoma County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.2%

District

OKLAHOMA CITY
District Enrollment
32,899
Schools in District
58
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,336
District Rank
#26 of 57

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