Below Average
#1528 of 1,750 schools in OK
Southern Hills ES
Elementary School · OKLAHOMA CITY
7800 South Kentucky Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73159
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#1,528 of 1,750
In Oklahoma City
#117 of 137
public schools
In district
#53 of 57
OKLAHOMA CITY
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About Southern Hills ES
Southern Hills ES is a public elementary school in Oklahoma City, OK, part of OKLAHOMA CITY. Southern Hills ES serves approximately 479 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Southern Hills ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,528 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for Southern Hills ES show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- OK avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Southern Hills 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
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Southern Hills ES — Students at Southern Hills ES score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)
Based on 40 test records from OK state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.9/10.
How Southern Hills ES Compares
See how Southern Hills ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
7800 South Kentucky Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73159
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southern Hills ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Santa Fe South Penn ES (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KINGSGATE ES (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COOLIDGE ES (rated 6.6/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oklahoma City, see our Oklahoma City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JEFFERSON MS Oklahoma City | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| PRAIRIE QUEEN ES Oklahoma City | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| WEST JHS Oklahoma City | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| FAIRVIEW ES Oklahoma City | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| KINGSGATE ES Oklahoma City | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| SKY RANCH ES Oklahoma City | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| HILLCREST ES Oklahoma City | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Santa Fe South Penn ES Oklahoma City | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| FILLMORE ES Oklahoma City | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| SOUTHEAST MS Oklahoma City | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| SANTA FE S PATHWAYS MID COLLEG Oklahoma City | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| U. S. GRANT HS Oklahoma City | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| COOLIDGE ES Oklahoma City | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| RED OAK ES Oklahoma City | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| WEBSTER MS Oklahoma City | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| JOHN GLENN ES Oklahoma City | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| SANTA FE SOUTH EARLY CHILDHOOD Oklahoma City | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Oklahoma City | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| BRINK JHS Oklahoma City | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
| ST PAUL'S COMMUNITY SCHOOL Oklahoma City | 2.7 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 73159 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,369
Median Home Value
$144,200
Median Rent
$1,119/mo
Population
32,172
College Educated
16.9%
Homeownership
53%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Median Age
32.8
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|---|---|
| BRIGGS PUBLIC SCHOOL Tahlequah, OK | 4.7 |
| GARFIELD ES Sand Springs, OK | 4.7 |
| HERITAGE TRAILS ES Moore, OK | 4.7 |
| JOHN K HUBBARD ES Noble, OK | 4.7 |
| LIBERTY ES Broken Arrow, OK | 4.7 |
| MUSTANG ES Yukon, OK | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southern Hills ES
What grades does Southern Hills ES serve?
Southern Hills ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Southern Hills ES?
Southern Hills ES has an enrollment of approximately 479 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southern Hills ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Southern Hills ES is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southern Hills ES rank in OK?
Southern Hills ES ranks #1,528 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is Southern Hills ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Southern Hills ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Southern Hills ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southern Hills ES has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Southern Hills ES a charter school?
No, Southern Hills ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southern Hills ES a Title I school?
No, Southern Hills ES is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southern Hills ES?
94.6% of students at Southern Hills 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 479
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Oklahoma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.1%
- Phone
- (405) 587-2900
Resources & Links
District
OKLAHOMA CITY- District Enrollment
- 32,899
- Schools in District
- 58
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,336
- District Rank
- #53 of 57
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