Serving 479 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Southern Hills 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Southern Hills Elementary School's student population of 479 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southern Hills 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 Southern Hills Elementary School is 0.62, which is less 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
#1484 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
59%
20%
Black
13%
8%
White
11%
44%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
9%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
10%
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 Southern Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Southern Hills Elementary School is ranked #1484 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Southern Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Southern Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arthur Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Southern Hills Elementary School?
479 students attend Southern Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Southern Hills Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southern Hills Elementary School?
Southern Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southern Hills Elementary School offer ?
Southern Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southern Hills Elementary School part of?
Southern Hills Elementary School is part of Oklahoma City School District.
In what neighborhood is Southern Hills Elementary School located?
Southern Hills Elementary School is located in the South Oklahoma City neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK. There are 13 other public schools located in South Oklahoma City.
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