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#1042 of 1,750 schools in OK
Thelma R. Parks ES
Elementary School · OKLAHOMA CITY
1501 Northeast 30th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73111
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#1,042 of 1,750
In Oklahoma City
#70 of 137
public schools
In district
#32 of 57
OKLAHOMA CITY
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Thelma R. Parks ES
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About Thelma R. Parks ES
Thelma R. Parks ES is a public elementary school in Oklahoma City, OK, part of OKLAHOMA CITY. Thelma R.
Parks ES serves approximately 441 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Thelma R. Parks ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,042 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for Thelma R. Parks ES show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- OK avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Thelma R. Parks 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.
57% of students at Thelma R. Parks 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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Thelma R. Parks ES — Students at Thelma R. Parks ES score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.3%
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: 7.3/10.
How Thelma R. Parks ES Compares
See how Thelma R. Parks ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1501 Northeast 30th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thelma R. Parks ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EMERSON ALTERNATIVE ED. (ES) (rated 7.9/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILSON ES (rated 7.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PLEASANT HILL EC CTR (rated 7.2/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oklahoma City, see our Oklahoma City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LITTLE LIGHT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oklahoma City | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| CLASSEN HS OF ADVANCED STUDIES Oklahoma City | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| PARKVIEW ADVENTIST ACADEMY Oklahoma City | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| MOON MS Oklahoma City | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| M.L. KING JR. ES Oklahoma City | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| DOUGLASS HS Oklahoma City | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| W.K Jackson Leadership Academy Oklahoma City | 2.1 mi | 3.3 |
| TRINITY SCHOOL Oklahoma City | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| THE ACADEMY OF CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN MIDTOWN CAMPUS Oklahoma City | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| WILSON ES Oklahoma City | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| MILLWOOD ARTS ACADEMY MS Oklahoma City | 2.6 mi | 5.7 |
| MILLWOOD ES Oklahoma City | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| MILLWOOD HS Oklahoma City | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| WESTMINSTER SCHOOL Oklahoma City | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
| HARDING FINE ARTS ACADEMY Oklahoma City | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
| PLEASANT HILL EC CTR Oklahoma City | 2.4 mi | 7.2 |
| DOVE SCIENCE ACADEMY HS Oklahoma City | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| BISHOP JOHN CARROLL SCHOOL Oklahoma City | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| EMERSON ALTERNATIVE ED. (HS) Oklahoma City | 2.8 mi | 5.3 |
| EMERSON ALTERNATIVE ED. (ES) Oklahoma City | 2.8 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 73111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$39,739
Median Home Value
$109,500
Median Rent
$941/mo
Population
11,216
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
53.8%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
32.2%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANDERSON PUBLIC SCHOOL Sand Springs, OK | 5.8 |
| ARBOR GROVE ES Oklahoma City, OK | 5.8 |
| ATOR ES Owasso, OK | 5.8 |
| BENNETT ES Broken Bow, OK | 5.8 |
| COOLIDGE ES Enid, OK | 5.8 |
| CORONADO HEIGHTS ES Oklahoma City, OK | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thelma R. Parks ES
What grades does Thelma R. Parks ES serve?
Thelma R. Parks ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Thelma R. Parks ES?
Thelma R. Parks ES has an enrollment of approximately 441 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thelma R. Parks ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Thelma R. Parks ES is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thelma R. Parks ES rank in OK?
Thelma R. Parks ES ranks #1,042 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is Thelma R. Parks ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Thelma R. Parks ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Thelma R. Parks ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thelma R. Parks ES has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Thelma R. Parks ES a charter school?
No, Thelma R. Parks ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thelma R. Parks ES a Title I school?
No, Thelma R. Parks ES is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thelma R. Parks ES?
97.3% of students at Thelma R. Parks 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
- 441
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Oklahoma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.1%
- Phone
- (405) 587-4400
Resources & Links
District
OKLAHOMA CITY- District Enrollment
- 32,899
- Schools in District
- 58
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,336
- District Rank
- #32 of 57
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