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Whitman ES

Elementary School · TULSA

3924 North Lansing Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74106

Enrollment

257

Student-Teacher

17.1:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#1,354 of 1,750

In Tulsa

#74 of 104

public schools

In district

#45 of 69

TULSA

Academic growth

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Whitman ES

5.2/10

Elementary School in Tulsa · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Whitman ES

Whitman ES is a public elementary school in Tulsa, OK, part of TULSA. Whitman ES serves approximately 257 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Whitman ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,354 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Whitman ES show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • OK avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Whitman 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.

56% of students at Whitman 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 Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-4.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.0Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency0% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency1% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)13% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-11.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
Resources & Environment2.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,873
Chronic Absenteeism56%

Whitman ES — Students at Whitman ES score 1% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

96.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 10.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 10.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 48 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
32%
ELA
32%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
16%
2015
Math
20%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
3%
ELA
5%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2018
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2019
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2024
Math
4.3%
ELA
6.3%
2025
Math
2%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Whitman ES Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
23th percentile in OK
Academic
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
97%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
56.0%

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

3924 North Lansing Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74106

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Whitman ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ANDERSON ES (rated 6.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BURROUGHS ES (rated 6.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SEQUOYAH ES (rated 6.0/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tulsa, see our Tulsa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
HAWTHORNE ES Tulsa 0.6 mi 4.9
DREXEL ACADEMY Tulsa 0.8 mi 4.9
MCLAIN HS FOR SCIENCE AND TECH Tulsa 1.1 mi 4.3
MONROE DEMONSTRATION MS Tulsa 1.4 mi 5.5
ANDERSON ES Tulsa 1.4 mi 6.5
JOHN HOPE FRANKLIN ES Tulsa 1.6 mi 5.2
BOOKER T. WASHINGTON HS Tulsa 1.7 mi 8.3
FELICITAS MENDEZ INTL SCHOOL Tulsa 1.7 mi 5.8
KIPP TULSA ACAD. COLLEGE PREP. Tulsa 1.9 mi 6.4
BURROUGHS ES Tulsa 2.0 mi 6.0
TRAICE Tulsa 1.8 mi 3.5
TRAICE MS Tulsa 1.8 mi 5.6
CARVER MS Tulsa 2.4 mi 6.0
TULSA LEGACY CHARTER SCHL INC Tulsa 2.5 mi 5.8
GREENWOOD LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Tulsa 2.7 mi 4.7
SPRINGDALE ES Tulsa 2.8 mi 5.7
PROJECT ACCEPT TRAICE ES Tulsa 2.8 mi 5.5
EMERSON ES Tulsa 3.1 mi 5.4
CELIA CLINTON ES Tulsa 3.1 mi 5.7
SEQUOYAH ES Tulsa 3.5 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 74106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$37,714

Median Home Value

$98,900

Median Rent

$816/mo

Population

15,974

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

46.5%

Avg Commute

18.9 min

Poverty Rate

33%

Median Age

35.5

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CLINTON WEST ES Tulsa, OK 5.2
COLLINS ES Bristow, OK 5.2
DIBBLE ES Dibble, OK 5.2
FOYIL ES Foyil, OK 5.2
HODGEN PUBLIC SCHOOL Hodgen, OK 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Whitman ES

What grades does Whitman ES serve?

Whitman ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Whitman ES?

Whitman ES has an enrollment of approximately 257 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitman ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Whitman ES is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Whitman ES rank in OK?

Whitman ES ranks #1,354 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Whitman ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Whitman ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Whitman ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Whitman ES has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Whitman ES a charter school?

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

Is Whitman ES a Title I school?

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

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

96.9% of students at Whitman 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
96.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Tulsa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
56.0%

District

TULSA
District Enrollment
33,562
Schools in District
69
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,873
District Rank
#45 of 69

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