Serving 447 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Townsend Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Townsend Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Townsend Elementary School's student population of 447 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are Safe, Challenged, and Ready!
School Rankings
Townsend Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Townsend Elementary School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1210 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
27%
20%
Black
30%
8%
White
26%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Townsend Elementary School's ranking?
Townsend Elementary School is ranked #1210 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Townsend Elementary School often compared to?
Townsend Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bodine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Townsend Elementary School?
447 students attend Townsend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Townsend Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Townsend Elementary School?
Townsend Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Townsend Elementary School offer ?
Townsend Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Townsend Elementary School part of?
Townsend Elementary School is part of Midwest City-Del City School District.
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