Serving 560 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Southgate-rippetoe 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 20% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southgate-rippetoe Elementary School's student population of 560 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
560 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Motto
I am a Southgate Golden Cat! I am bright, unique and special. I practice the Cat Code every day, by being respectful, responsible, safe and kind. I will succeed because I am a Golden Cat!
School Rankings
Southgate-rippetoe 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 Southgate-rippetoe Elementary School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1251 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
24%
21%
Black
8%
8%
White
46%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
16%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Moore School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Cats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southgate-rippetoe Elementary School's ranking?
Southgate-rippetoe Elementary School is ranked #1251 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Southgate-rippetoe Elementary School?
560 students attend Southgate-rippetoe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Southgate-rippetoe Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southgate-rippetoe Elementary School?
Southgate-rippetoe Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southgate-rippetoe Elementary School offer ?
Southgate-rippetoe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southgate-rippetoe Elementary School part of?
Southgate-rippetoe Elementary School is part of Moore School District.
In what neighborhood is Southgate-rippetoe Elementary School located?
Southgate-rippetoe Elementary School is located in the Central Oklahoma City neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK. There are 80 other public schools located in Central Oklahoma City.
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