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Salk ES

Elementary School · TULSA

7625 East 58th Street, Tulsa, OK 74145

Enrollment

462

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#895 of 1,750

In Tulsa

#35 of 104

public schools

In district

#17 of 69

TULSA

Academic growth

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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6.1/10

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About Salk ES

Salk ES is a public elementary school in Tulsa, OK, part of TULSA. Salk ES serves approximately 462 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Salk ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #895 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Salk ES show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • OK avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at Salk 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 Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-8.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency16% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)14% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected+1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,873
Chronic Absenteeism42.2%

Salk ES — Students at Salk ES score 16% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

93.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 31.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 35.3% (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
70%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
34%
2017
Math
21%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2024
Math
17.5%
ELA
31.3%
2025
Math
17.8%
ELA
13.8%

* 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 Salk ES Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
49th percentile in OK
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.2%

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

7625 East 58th Street, Tulsa, OK 74145

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Salk ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UNDERCROFT MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CARNEGIE ES (rated 7.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MISS HELENS PRIVATE SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tulsa, see our Tulsa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
MEMORIAL MS Tulsa 0.1 mi 4.5
MINGO VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tulsa 0.8 mi 6.2
GRISSOM ES Tulsa 1.1 mi 6.5
KEY ES Tulsa 1.2 mi 5.9
THOREAU DEMONSTRATION ACADEMY Tulsa 1.5 mi 4.3
MEMORIAL HS Tulsa 1.3 mi 5.0
UNION HS Tulsa 1.5 mi 5.9
MISS HELENS PRIVATE SCHOOL Tulsa 1.5 mi 7.0
PEACE ACADEMY Tulsa 1.6 mi 8.5
UNION 6TH-7TH GRADE CTR Tulsa 1.6 mi 6.2
GROVE ES Tulsa 1.8 mi 5.7
BISHOP KELLEY HIGH SCHOOL, INC. Tulsa 2.0 mi 5.1
CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI ACADEMY Tulsa 2.2 mi 6.6
DOVE SCH OF DISCOVERY TULSA Tulsa 2.1 mi 5.9
DOVE SCIENCE ACADEMY TULSA HS Tulsa 2.1 mi 7.8
JARMAN ES Tulsa 2.3 mi 6.4
TOWN & COUNTRY SCHOOL Tulsa 2.3 mi 7.0
UNDERCROFT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Tulsa 2.3 mi 7.3
HENRY ZARROW INTERNATIONAL SCH Tulsa 2.4 mi 5.6
CARNEGIE ES Tulsa 2.1 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 74145 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,118

Median Home Value

$160,700

Median Rent

$1,039/mo

Population

17,955

College Educated

27.2%

Homeownership

56.2%

Avg Commute

18 min

Poverty Rate

14.6%

Median Age

34.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Salk ES

What grades does Salk ES serve?

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

How many students attend Salk ES?

Salk ES has an enrollment of approximately 462 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Salk ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Salk ES is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Salk ES rank in OK?

Salk ES ranks #895 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Salk ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Salk ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Salk ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Salk ES has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Salk ES a charter school?

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

Is Salk ES a Title I school?

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

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

93.5% of students at Salk 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
41 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Tulsa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.2%

District

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

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