At a glance
Reported students
499
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
28.02
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
17.8:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–04
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Oklahoma elementary enrollment
78th percentile
Compared with 928 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
509
Nichols Hills ES: 499 reported students.
State peer staffing position
85th percentile
17.8:1 reported; state peer median 15.5:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 439
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12.2:1
What the reported data says about Nichols Hills ES
Nichols Hills ES is a public elementary school serving grades PK–04 in Nichols Hills. It is one of 59 current school records connected to Oklahoma City. NCES reports 499 students for 2024–25.
Among 928 elementary schools in Oklahoma with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 336.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 78th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 17.8:1, above the Oklahoma median of 15.5:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (29.3%) and White (28.5%). English learners represent 14.4% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 14.4%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Nichols Hills ES
- 1How do the reported 17.8:1 student–teacher ratio and 28.02 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 14.4%
- Students with disabilities
- 14.4%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 78.2%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White28.5%
- Hispanic29.3%
- Black19.8%
- Asian5.8%
- American Indian / Alaska Native2.6%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.4%
- Multiracial13.6%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Oklahoma City
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Hillcrest ES
Elementary · Grades PK–04
499 reported students
Thelma R. Parks ES
Elementary · Grades PK–04
498 reported students
Kaiser ES
Elementary · Grades PK–04
505 reported students
Bodine ES
Elementary · Grades PK–04
509 reported students
Coolidge ES
Elementary · Grades PK–04
516 reported students
M.L. King Jr. ES
Elementary · Grades PK–04
476 reported students
Public schools near Nichols Hills ES
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Britton ES Elementary · Oklahoma City | PK–04 | 571 | 1.1 mi |
| KIPP Okc ES Elementary · Charter · KIPP Okc College Prep Charter | PK–08 | 462 | 1.3 mi |
| Ridgeview ES Elementary · Oklahoma City | PK–04 | 372 | 1.8 mi |
| HUPFELD ES at WESTERN VILLAGE Elementary · Charter · HUPFELD CHARTER ACADEMY at WESTERN VILLAGE | PK–05 | 292 | 1.8 mi |
| Epic Charter Virtual ES Elementary · Charter · Epic Charter Virtual School | PK–08 | 14,019 | 2.1 mi |
| Kirkland Early Childhood Ctr Elementary · Putnam City | PK–02 | 243 | 2.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Nichols Hills ES
What grades does Nichols Hills ES serve?
Nichols Hills ES reports grades PK–04 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Oklahoma City.
How many students attend Nichols Hills ES?
Nichols Hills ES reported 499 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 78th percentile among 928 Oklahoma elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 439 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Nichols Hills ES?
The calculated ratio is 17.8:1, based on 499 students and 28.02 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Oklahoma median for the same school level is 15.5:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Nichols Hills ES a public, charter, or magnet school?
Nichols Hills ES is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Oklahoma City attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Nichols Hills ES students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
78.2% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Nichols Hills ES in?
Nichols Hills ES is part of Oklahoma City, based in Oklahoma City, OK, which operates 59 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Nichols Hills ES?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Britton ES (1.1 mi), KIPP Okc ES (1.3 mi), Ridgeview ES (1.8 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.