Below Average
#1521 of 1,750 schools in OK
Townsend ES
Elementary School · MIDWEST CITY-DEL CITY
4000 Epperly Drive, Del City, OK 73115
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#1,521 of 1,750
In Del City
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#8 of 19
MIDWEST CITY-DEL CITY
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Townsend ES
Elementary School in Del City · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Townsend ES
Townsend ES is a public elementary school in Del City, OK, part of MIDWEST CITY-DEL CITY. Townsend ES serves approximately 447 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Townsend ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,521 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for Townsend ES show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- OK avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Townsend 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.
33% of students at Townsend 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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Townsend ES — Students at Townsend ES score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)
Based on 48 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: 6.0/10.
How Townsend ES Compares
See how Townsend 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
4000 Epperly Drive, Del City, OK 73115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Townsend ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Midwest City), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOONER ES (rated 7.1/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Oklahoma City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TINKER ES (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Oklahoma City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Del City, see our Del City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHRISTIAN HERITAGE ACADEMY Del City | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| DEL CITY ES Del City | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| DESTINY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Del City | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| DEL CITY MS Del City | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| PARKVIEW ES Oklahoma City | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| EPPERLY HEIGHTS ES Del City | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| TINKER ES Oklahoma City | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| DEL CITY HS Del City | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| BODINE ES Oklahoma City | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL Midwest City | 2.7 mi | 8.5 |
| MIDWEST CITY HS Midwest City | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
| CROOKED OAK HS Oklahoma City | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| CENTRAL OAK ES Oklahoma City | 2.9 mi | 6.3 |
| CROOKED OAK MS Oklahoma City | 3.0 mi | 6.2 |
| MIDWEST CITY ES Midwest City | 2.9 mi | 4.5 |
| COUNTRY ESTATES ES Oklahoma City | 3.1 mi | 4.6 |
| SOONER ES Oklahoma City | 3.5 mi | 7.1 |
| CLEVELAND BAILEY ES Midwest City | 3.4 mi | 4.2 |
| BRYANT ES Oklahoma City | 3.8 mi | 4.8 |
| THE GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Midwest City | 3.7 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 73115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,579
Median Home Value
$111,000
Median Rent
$1,024/mo
Population
20,407
College Educated
15.5%
Homeownership
56%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
21%
Median Age
35.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRIGGS PUBLIC SCHOOL Tahlequah, OK | 4.7 |
| GARFIELD ES Sand Springs, OK | 4.7 |
| GREENWOOD LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Tulsa, OK | 4.7 |
| HERITAGE TRAILS ES Moore, OK | 4.7 |
| ROSE UNION ES Edmond, OK | 4.7 |
| SHEDECK ES Yukon, OK | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Townsend ES
What grades does Townsend ES serve?
Townsend ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Townsend ES?
Townsend ES has an enrollment of approximately 447 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Townsend ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Townsend ES is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Townsend ES rank in OK?
Townsend ES ranks #1,521 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is Townsend ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Townsend 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 Townsend ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Townsend ES has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Townsend ES a charter school?
No, Townsend ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Townsend ES a Title I school?
No, Townsend ES is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Townsend ES?
80.3% of students at Townsend 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 447
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Oklahoma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.9%
- Phone
- (405) 671-8680
Resources & Links
District
MIDWEST CITY-DEL CITY- District Enrollment
- 12,380
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,270
- District Rank
- #8 of 19
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