Below Average
#1527 of 1,750 schools in OK
U. S. Grant HS
High School · OKLAHOMA CITY
5016 South Pennsylvania Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73119
Enrollment
1,698
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,698
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#1,527 of 1,750
In Oklahoma City
#116 of 137
public schools
In district
#52 of 57
OKLAHOMA CITY
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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U. S. Grant HS
High School in Oklahoma City · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About U. S. Grant HS
U. S. Grant HS is a public high school in Oklahoma City, OK, part of OKLAHOMA CITY.
U. S. Grant HS serves approximately 1,698 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio.
U. S. Grant HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,527 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for U. S. Grant HS show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- OK avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at U. S. Grant HS 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.
72% of students at U. S. Grant HS 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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U. S. Grant HS — Students at U. S. Grant HS 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
96.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)
Based on 44 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: 9.3/10.
How U. S. Grant HS Compares
See how U. S. Grant HS 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
5016 South Pennsylvania Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73119
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering U. S. Grant HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SANTA FE SOUTH SPERO ES (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ARTHUR ES (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Santa Fe South Penn ES (rated 7.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oklahoma City, see our Oklahoma City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe South Penn ES Oklahoma City | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| FILLMORE ES Oklahoma City | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| SANTA FE SOUTH EARLY CHILDHOOD Oklahoma City | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Oklahoma City | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| ST PAUL'S COMMUNITY SCHOOL Oklahoma City | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| COOLIDGE ES Oklahoma City | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| PRAIRIE QUEEN ES Oklahoma City | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| JEFFERSON MS Oklahoma City | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| VAN BUREN ES Oklahoma City | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| HERONVILLE ES Oklahoma City | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| ESPERANZA ES Oklahoma City | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| HILLCREST ES Oklahoma City | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| CAPITOL HILL HS Oklahoma City | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| MARY GOLDA ROSS MS Oklahoma City | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| SOUTHERN HILLS ES Oklahoma City | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| ARTHUR ES Oklahoma City | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| ROOSEVELT MS Oklahoma City | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| SOUTHEAST MS Oklahoma City | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| ADELAIDE LEE ES Oklahoma City | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| SANTA FE SOUTH SPERO ES Oklahoma City | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 73119 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,936
Median Home Value
$93,600
Median Rent
$923/mo
Population
30,307
College Educated
6.2%
Homeownership
47.5%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
26.8%
Median Age
30.3
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| OKLA. VIRTUAL CHARTER ACAD HS Midwest City, OK | 4.8 |
| CAPITOL HILL HS Oklahoma City, OK | 4.6 |
| PONCA CITY HS Ponca City, OK | 4.6 |
| NORTHWEST CLASSEN HS Oklahoma City, OK | 4.5 |
| DEL CITY HS Del City, OK | 5.0 |
| MEMORIAL HS Tulsa, OK | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about U. S. Grant HS
What grades does U. S. Grant HS serve?
U. S. Grant HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend U. S. Grant HS?
U. S. Grant HS has an enrollment of approximately 1,698 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at U. S. Grant HS?
The student-teacher ratio at U. S. Grant HS is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does U. S. Grant HS rank in OK?
U. S. Grant HS ranks #1,527 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is U. S. Grant HS's MySchoolScout rating?
U. S. Grant HS 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 U. S. Grant HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, U. S. Grant HS has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is U. S. Grant HS a charter school?
No, U. S. Grant HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is U. S. Grant HS a Title I school?
No, U. S. Grant HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for U. S. Grant HS?
96.5% of students at U. S. Grant HS 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,698
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 91
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Oklahoma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 72.1%
- Phone
- (405) 587-2200
- 4-Year Graduation
- 78.0%
Resources & Links
District
OKLAHOMA CITY- District Enrollment
- 32,899
- Schools in District
- 58
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,336
- District Rank
- #52 of 57
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