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Skelly ES

Elementary School · TULSA

2940 South 90th East Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74129

Enrollment

747

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#1,240 of 1,750

In Tulsa

#69 of 104

public schools

In district

#41 of 69

TULSA

Academic growth

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Skelly ES

5.5/10

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

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About Skelly ES

Skelly ES is a public elementary school in Tulsa, OK, part of TULSA. Skelly ES serves approximately 747 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Skelly ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,240 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Skelly ES show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • OK avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Skelly 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.

43% of students at Skelly 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
Academics2.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency4% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency7% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency6% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)15% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-9.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,873
Chronic Absenteeism43.4%

Skelly ES — Students at Skelly ES score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

92.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 16.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 19.5% (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
57%
ELA
49%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
38%
ELA
40%
2012
Math
39%
ELA
45%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
31%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
35%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
11%
ELA
12%
2017
Math
9%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
6%
ELA
8%
2019
Math
6%
ELA
8%
2020*
Math
2%
ELA
3%
2021*
Math
2%
ELA
3%
2022
Math
0.5%
ELA
4%
2024
Math
5.8%
ELA
16.3%
2025
Math
4%
ELA
6.8%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Skelly ES Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
29th percentile in OK
Academic
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.4%

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

2940 South 90th East Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74129

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Skelly ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PIUS X SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PEARY ES (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, UNDERCROFT MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tulsa, see our Tulsa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
TOWN & COUNTRY SCHOOL Tulsa 0.5 mi 7.0
CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI ACADEMY Tulsa 0.6 mi 6.6
College Bound Academy- Eastside Campus Tulsa 0.8 mi 7.0
CLARK ES Tulsa 1.0 mi 6.2
DOLORES HUERTA ES Tulsa 1.0 mi 6.0
DOVE SCH OF DISCOVERY TULSA Tulsa 1.3 mi 5.9
DOVE SCIENCE ACADEMY TULSA HS Tulsa 1.3 mi 7.8
MACARTHUR ES Tulsa 1.4 mi 5.0
ST PIUS X SCHOOL Tulsa 1.6 mi 8.3
NATHAN HALE HS Tulsa 1.5 mi 3.9
Nathan Hale Middle School Tulsa 1.5 mi 4.3
PEARY ES Tulsa 1.6 mi 7.3
MISS HELENS PRIVATE SCHOOL Tulsa 2.0 mi 7.0
LINDBERGH ES Tulsa 2.0 mi 5.5
ELLEN OCHOA ES Tulsa 1.8 mi 7.1
DISNEY ES Tulsa 1.8 mi 5.7
TULSA HONOR ACADEMY HS Tulsa 2.1 mi 5.0
Flores Middle School Tulsa 2.1 mi 5.6
UNDERCROFT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Tulsa 2.1 mi 7.3
BISHOP KELLEY HIGH SCHOOL, INC. Tulsa 2.2 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 74129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,645

Median Home Value

$141,900

Median Rent

$929/mo

Population

18,764

College Educated

15.5%

Homeownership

49.6%

Avg Commute

18.5 min

Poverty Rate

24.5%

Median Age

32.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Skelly ES

What grades does Skelly ES serve?

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

How many students attend Skelly ES?

Skelly ES has an enrollment of approximately 747 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Skelly ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Skelly ES is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Skelly ES rank in OK?

Skelly ES ranks #1,240 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Skelly ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Skelly ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Skelly ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Skelly ES has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Skelly ES a charter school?

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

Is Skelly ES a Title I school?

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

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

92.1% of students at Skelly 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
57 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
747
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Tulsa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.4%

District

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

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