Skip to main content

Average

#990 of 1,750 schools in OK

Spencer ES

Elementary School · OKLAHOMA CITY

8900 Northeast 50th Street, Spencer, OK 73084

Enrollment

367

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

5.9

Grades

2nd – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#990 of 1,750

In Spencer

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#29 of 57

OKLAHOMA CITY

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Spencer ES?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Spencer ES

5.9/10

Elementary School in Spencer · grades 2nd – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Rogers Middle School

4.9/10

0.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Star Spencer HS

5.2/10

1.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Spencer ES

Spencer ES is a public elementary school in Spencer, OK, part of OKLAHOMA CITY. Spencer ES serves approximately 367 students, and covers grades 2nd-4th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Spencer ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #990 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Spencer ES show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • OK avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Spencer 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.

59% of students at Spencer 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 Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency8% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency8% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency8% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)13% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-5.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,336
Chronic Absenteeism58.9%

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

How we calculate scores →

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 16.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 19.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 40 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
42%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2017
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2024
Math
7.3%
ELA
14.3%
2025
Math
8.7%
ELA
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: 8.5/10.

How Spencer ES Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
44th percentile in OK
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
58.9%

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

8900 Northeast 50th Street, Spencer, OK 73084

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Spencer ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PLEASANT HILL EC CTR (rated 7.2/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Oklahoma City), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Midwest City), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CRUTCHO PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Oklahoma City), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Spencer, see our Spencer schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Rogers Middle School Oklahoma City 0.8 mi 4.9
STAR SPENCER HS Spencer 1.5 mi 5.2
STAR SPENCER MS Oklahoma City 1.5 mi 6.9
CRUTCHO PUBLIC SCHOOL Oklahoma City 2.7 mi 6.1
WILLOW BROOK ES Oklahoma City 3.0 mi 5.6
RIDGECREST ES Midwest City 3.8 mi 4.0
THE GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Midwest City 3.8 mi 6.6
NICOMA PARK MS Choctaw 3.7 mi 5.6
MIDWEST CITY MS Midwest City 4.2 mi 4.7
NICOMA PARK INTERMEDIATE ES Choctaw 3.8 mi 4.3
NICOMA PARK ES Choctaw 3.9 mi 5.1
CLEVELAND BAILEY ES Midwest City 4.2 mi 4.2
OKLA. VIRTUAL CHARTER ACAD ES Midwest City 4.7 mi 5.6
OKLA. VIRTUAL CHARTER ACAD MS Midwest City 4.7 mi 5.2
OKLA. VIRTUAL CHARTER ACAD HS Midwest City 4.7 mi 4.8
INSIGHT SCHOOL OF OKLAHOMA HS Midwest City 4.7 mi 3.6
INSIGHT SCHOOL OF OKLAHOMA MS Midwest City 4.7 mi 3.8
COUNTRY ESTATES ES Oklahoma City 4.8 mi 4.6
SOLDIER CREEK ES Midwest City 4.9 mi 5.7
PLEASANT HILL EC CTR Oklahoma City 4.0 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 73084 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,694

Median Home Value

$115,600

Median Rent

$873/mo

Population

6,296

College Educated

20.8%

Homeownership

70%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

19.8%

Median Age

40.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ALMOR WEST ES Lawton, OK 5.9
APOLLO ES Bethany, OK 5.9
CORDELL ES Cordell, OK 5.9
CROSS TIMBERS ES Tecumseh, OK 5.9
DOVE SCH OF DISCOVERY TULSA Tulsa, OK 5.9
E. M. TROUT ES Ponca City, OK 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Spencer ES

What grades does Spencer ES serve?

Spencer ES serves students in grades 2nd through 4th.

How many students attend Spencer ES?

Spencer ES has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Spencer ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Spencer ES is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Spencer ES rank in OK?

Spencer ES ranks #990 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Spencer ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Spencer ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Spencer ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Spencer ES has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Spencer ES a charter school?

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

Is Spencer ES a Title I school?

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

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

96.2% of students at Spencer 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.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 4th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
96.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Oklahoma County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
58.9%

District

OKLAHOMA CITY
District Enrollment
32,899
Schools in District
58
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,336
District Rank
#29 of 57

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.