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Will Rogers ES

Elementary School · PUTNAM CITY

8201 Northwest 122nd Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73142

Enrollment

384

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#1,050 of 1,750

In Oklahoma City

#74 of 137

public schools

In district

#14 of 26

PUTNAM CITY

Academic performance

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Will Rogers ES

5.8/10

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

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6.8/10

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6.7/10

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About Will Rogers ES

Will Rogers ES is a public elementary school in Oklahoma City, OK, part of PUTNAM CITY. Will Rogers ES serves approximately 384 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Will Rogers ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,050 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Will Rogers ES show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • OK avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Will Rogers 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 Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-14.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency26% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected+3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,727
Chronic Absenteeism31.2%

Will Rogers ES — Students at Will Rogers ES score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 43.2% (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
68%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2024
Math
34.5%
ELA
45.5%
2025
Math
27.8%
ELA
22.8%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Will Rogers ES Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
40th percentile in OK
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
5.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
78%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.2%

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

8201 Northwest 122nd Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73142

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Will Rogers ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARVEST HILLS ES (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is RALPH DOWNS ES (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PIEDMONT EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR (rated 6.7/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Yukon), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Oklahoma City, see our Oklahoma City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
HARVEST HILLS ES Oklahoma City 1.3 mi 6.8
RALPH DOWNS ES Oklahoma City 1.3 mi 6.7
PUTNAM CITY NORTH HS Oklahoma City 1.4 mi 6.6
DENNIS ES Oklahoma City 1.7 mi 6.3
STONE RIDGE ES Yukon 2.2 mi 6.5
NORTHRIDGE ES Oklahoma City 2.7 mi 4.8
SPRING CREEK ES Oklahoma City 2.5 mi 4.3
WILEY POST ES Oklahoma City 2.6 mi 5.2
WARM WORLD SCHOOL Oklahoma City 2.6 mi 1.6
COOPER MS Oklahoma City 3.6 mi 6.1
HEFNER MS Oklahoma City 3.5 mi 6.0
GOOD SHEPHERD Oklahoma City 3.3 mi
PIEDMONT EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Yukon 3.5 mi 6.7
TULAKES ES Oklahoma City 4.2 mi 5.3
SURREY HILLS ES Yukon 3.7 mi 6.3
DEER CREEK ES Edmond 4.2 mi 4.9
KING'S GATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yukon 3.8 mi 6.7
DOVE SCIENCE ACADEMY MS Warr Acress 4.3 mi 8.3
DOVE SCIENCE ACADEMY ES Warr Acres 4.3 mi 6.7
JOHN MARSHALL HS Oklahoma City 4.0 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 73142 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,966

Median Home Value

$344,600

Median Rent

$1,211/mo

Population

16,364

College Educated

58.9%

Homeownership

56.5%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

34.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Will Rogers ES

What grades does Will Rogers ES serve?

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

How many students attend Will Rogers ES?

Will Rogers ES has an enrollment of approximately 384 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Will Rogers ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Will Rogers ES is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Will Rogers ES rank in OK?

Will Rogers ES ranks #1,050 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Will Rogers ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Will Rogers 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 Will Rogers ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Will Rogers ES has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Will Rogers ES a charter school?

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

Is Will Rogers ES a Title I school?

No, Will Rogers ES is not currently a Title I school.

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

77.6% of students at Will Rogers 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
39 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Oklahoma County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.2%

District

PUTNAM CITY
District Enrollment
18,733
Schools in District
26
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,727
District Rank
#14 of 26

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