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Oak Park Special Emphasis School

Elementary School · CORPUS CHRISTI ISD

3801 LEOPARD ST, Corpus Christi, TX 78408

Enrollment

517

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#5,634 of 8,552

In Corpus Christi

#51 of 83

public schools

In district

#29 of 52

CORPUS CHRISTI ISD

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Oak Park Special Emphasis School

5.5/10

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

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About Oak Park Special Emphasis School

Oak Park Special Emphasis School is a public elementary school in Corpus Christi, TX, part of CORPUS CHRISTI ISD. Oak Park Special Emphasis School serves approximately 517 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Oak Park Special Emphasis School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #5,634 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Oak Park Special Emphasis School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at Oak Park Special Emphasis School 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 Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-13.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.3 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,836
Chronic Absenteeism42.4%

Oak Park Special Emphasis School — Students at Oak Park Special Emphasis School score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

96.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 45.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 45.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
69%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
45%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
21%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
16%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
16%
2022
Math
21.2%
ELA
26.3%
2024
Math
30%
ELA
39%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Oak Park Special Emphasis School Compares

See how Oak Park Special Emphasis School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in TX
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
97%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.4%

Location

3801 LEOPARD ST, Corpus Christi, TX 78408

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oak Park Special Emphasis School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DR M L GARZA-GONZALEZ CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JAMES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WYNN SEALE METROPOLITAN SCHOOL OF DESIGN (rated 6.9/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Corpus Christi, see our Corpus Christi schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
DRISCOLL MIDDLE Corpus Christi 0.5 mi 3.8
ROY MILLER H S AND METRO SCHOOL OF DESIGN Corpus Christi 0.9 mi 4.9
ZAVALA EL Corpus Christi 1.2 mi 4.9
HAROLD T BRANCH ACADEMY FOR CAREER & TECHNICAL ED Corpus Christi 1.4 mi 8.2
PROMESA COLLEGE PREP WEST CORPUS CHRISTI Corpus Christi 1.5 mi 5.9
SHAW SES Corpus Christi 2.0 mi 3.5
ALLEN EL Corpus Christi 2.2 mi 4.7
GIBSON EL Corpus Christi 2.1 mi 3.6
WEST OSO H S Corpus Christi 2.3 mi 6.4
MARTIN MIDDLE Corpus Christi 2.4 mi 3.6
COLES H S AND EDUCATIONAL CENTER Corpus Christi 2.3 mi 7.9
WEST OSO J H Corpus Christi 2.5 mi 5.7
DR M L GARZA-GONZALEZ CHARTER SCHOOL Corpus Christi 2.7 mi 7.3
TRAVIS EL Corpus Christi 2.8 mi 2.8
ST JAMES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Corpus Christi 2.6 mi 7.2
WEST OSO EL Corpus Christi 2.8 mi 4.9
KENNEDY EL Corpus Christi 2.9 mi 6.1
WYNN SEALE METROPOLITAN SCHOOL OF DESIGN Corpus Christi 2.7 mi 6.9
STUDENT SUPPORT CENTER Corpus Christi 2.9 mi 5.3
WEST OSO ISD JJAEP Corpus Christi 2.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78408 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,096

Median Home Value

$82,300

Median Rent

$979/mo

Population

9,631

College Educated

8.2%

Homeownership

50.7%

Avg Commute

17.8 min

Poverty Rate

19%

Median Age

38.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oak Park Special Emphasis School

What grades does Oak Park Special Emphasis School serve?

Oak Park Special Emphasis School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Oak Park Special Emphasis School?

Oak Park Special Emphasis School has an enrollment of approximately 517 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oak Park Special Emphasis School?

The student-teacher ratio at Oak Park Special Emphasis School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oak Park Special Emphasis School rank in TX?

Oak Park Special Emphasis School ranks #5,634 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Oak Park Special Emphasis School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oak Park Special Emphasis School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Oak Park Special Emphasis School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oak Park Special Emphasis School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Oak Park Special Emphasis School a charter school?

No, Oak Park Special Emphasis School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Oak Park Special Emphasis School a Title I school?

No, Oak Park Special Emphasis School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oak Park Special Emphasis School?

96.5% of students at Oak Park Special Emphasis School 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
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
517
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
96.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Nueces County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.4%

District

CORPUS CHRISTI ISD
District Enrollment
33,053
Schools in District
54
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,836
District Rank
#29 of 52

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