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Sequoyah ES

School · TAHLEQUAH

425 South College, Tahlequah, OK 74464

Enrollment

160

Student-Teacher

20:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – Pre-K

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#1,103 of 1,750

In Tahlequah

#7 of 11

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

TAHLEQUAH

Academic performance

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Sequoyah ES

5.7/10

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

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5.6/10

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6.2/10

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About Sequoyah ES

Sequoyah ES is a public school in Tahlequah, OK, part of TAHLEQUAH. Sequoyah ES serves approximately 160 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Sequoyah ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,103 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Sequoyah ES show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • OK avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 160 students, Sequoyah ES is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-1.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2011
TrendDeclining
Academics10.0Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2011 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2011 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency70% (2011 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)11% (model expectation from 2011 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+58.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile100th
College Readiness1.9Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,004

Sequoyah ES — Students at Sequoyah ES score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 11%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK EDFACTS (2010-11)

Math Proficiency 73.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2011)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2011)
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 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
72%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
62%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.

How Sequoyah ES Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
37th percentile in OK
Academic
10.0/10
Excellent
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
2.4/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
8 teachers

Location

425 South College, Tahlequah, OK 74464

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sequoyah ES may also want to explore other schools in the area. HULBERT JR-SR HS (SR) (rated 7.5/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Hulbert), which scores notably higher. Another option is SHILOH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHEROKEE ES (rated 6.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tahlequah, see our Tahlequah schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.0 mi
School Distance Rating
GREENWOOD ES Tahlequah 0.4 mi 5.6
TAHLEQUAH HS Tahlequah 0.8 mi 6.2
TAHLEQUAH MS Tahlequah 0.9 mi 6.3
CHEROKEE ES Tahlequah 1.0 mi 6.6
SHILOH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tahlequah 1.3 mi 7.4
HERITAGE ES Tahlequah 2.3 mi 5.9
GRAND VIEW PUBLIC SCHOOL Tahlequah 3.2 mi 5.6
Sequoyah High School Tahlequah 4.6 mi
CHEROKEE IMMERSION CHARTER SCH Tahlequah 4.7 mi 6.0
BRIGGS PUBLIC SCHOOL Tahlequah 5.7 mi 4.7
KEYS ES Park Hill 7.8 mi 4.1
KEYS HS Park Hill 8.3 mi 6.2
WOODALL PUBLIC SCHOOL Tahlequah 7.7 mi 6.5
SHADY GROVE PUBLIC SCHOOL Hulbert 7.9 mi 4.2
HULBERT MS Hulbert 9.7 mi 5.0
HULBERT ES Hulbert 9.7 mi 3.7
HULBERT JR-SR HS (SR) Hulbert 9.7 mi 7.5
LOWREY PUBLIC SCHOOL Tahlequah 12.8 mi 4.5
TENKILLER PUBLIC SCHOOL Welling 12.3 mi 5.6
NORWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOL Hulbert 11.0 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 74464 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,362

Median Home Value

$169,700

Median Rent

$793/mo

Population

30,990

College Educated

31.7%

Homeownership

55.9%

Avg Commute

21.7 min

Poverty Rate

19.6%

Median Age

34.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sequoyah ES

What grades does Sequoyah ES serve?

Sequoyah ES serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.

How many students attend Sequoyah ES?

Sequoyah ES has an enrollment of approximately 160 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sequoyah ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Sequoyah ES is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sequoyah ES rank in OK?

Sequoyah ES ranks #1,103 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Sequoyah ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Sequoyah 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 Sequoyah ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sequoyah ES has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011).

Is Sequoyah ES a charter school?

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

Is Sequoyah ES a Title I school?

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

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

100.0% of students at Sequoyah 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
69 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
160
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Cherokee County

District

TAHLEQUAH
District Enrollment
3,610
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,004
District Rank
#5 of 6

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