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Sequoyah ES

Elementary School · TULSA

724 N Birmingham, Tulsa, OK 74110

Enrollment

369

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#956 of 1,750

In Tulsa

#41 of 104

public schools

In district

#22 of 69

TULSA

Academic growth

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Sequoyah ES

6.0/10

Elementary School in Tulsa · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Sequoyah ES

Sequoyah ES is a public elementary school in Tulsa, OK, part of TULSA. Sequoyah ES serves approximately 369 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sequoyah ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #956 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Sequoyah ES show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Sequoyah 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.

40% of students at Sequoyah 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 Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-5.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency8% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency9% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)13% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-4.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,873
Chronic Absenteeism39.8%

Sequoyah ES — Students at Sequoyah ES score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

96.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 16.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 16.7% (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
42%
ELA
32%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2011
Math
40%
ELA
23%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
31%
2013
Math
29%
ELA
28%
2014
Math
25%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
14%
ELA
10%
2017
Math
9%
ELA
11%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
9%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
9%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2024
Math
9%
ELA
18.5%
2025
Math
9%
ELA
7.3%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Sequoyah ES Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
45th percentile in OK
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.8%

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

724 N Birmingham, Tulsa, OK 74110

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sequoyah ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UNIVERSITY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LANIER ES (rated 7.1/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MAYO DEMONSTRATION ES (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tulsa, see our Tulsa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
INSTITUTO BILINGUE GUADALUPANO Tulsa 0.4 mi
SAN MIGUEL SCHOOL OF TULSA Tulsa 0.4 mi 5.7
KENDALL-WHITTIER ES Tulsa 0.8 mi 5.5
SPRINGDALE ES Tulsa 0.8 mi 5.7
UNIVERSITY SCHOOL Tulsa 0.8 mi 7.6
MAYO DEMONSTRATION ES Tulsa 1.3 mi 6.7
CELIA CLINTON ES Tulsa 1.3 mi 5.7
WILL ROGERS COLLEGE HS Tulsa 1.4 mi 6.5
WILL ROGERS COLLEGE MS Tulsa 1.4 mi 5.1
KIPP TULSA ACAD. COLLEGE PREP. Tulsa 1.6 mi 6.4
TULSA ADVENTIST ACADEMY Tulsa 1.6 mi 6.1
BOOKER T. WASHINGTON HS Tulsa 1.9 mi 8.3
FELICITAS MENDEZ INTL SCHOOL Tulsa 2.0 mi 5.8
OWEN ES Tulsa 1.7 mi 5.7
UNITY LEARNING ACADEMY Tulsa 1.9 mi 5.5
MARQUETTE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tulsa 2.0 mi 5.7
ANDERSON ES Tulsa 2.2 mi 6.5
LANIER ES Tulsa 2.2 mi 7.1
CARVER MS Tulsa 1.9 mi 6.0
MONTE CASSINO SCHOOL Tulsa 2.3 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 74110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$40,116

Median Home Value

$67,700

Median Rent

$909/mo

Population

15,185

College Educated

8.6%

Homeownership

51.9%

Avg Commute

20.3 min

Poverty Rate

30.5%

Median Age

31.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sequoyah ES

What grades does Sequoyah ES serve?

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

How many students attend Sequoyah ES?

Sequoyah ES has an enrollment of approximately 369 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sequoyah ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Sequoyah ES is 15.4:1. 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 #956 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Sequoyah ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Sequoyah 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 Sequoyah ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sequoyah ES has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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?

96.2% 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
51 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
96.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Tulsa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.8%

District

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

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