OKLAHOMA CITY -- The Oklahoma State Department of Education has published the 2025 Public School Report Card, now available at Oklaschools.com. The annual report provides a comprehensive look at how public schools are serving students across multiple areas of academic performance, growth, and opportunity. The report card serves as a valuable tool for educators, families, and community members to identify opportunities for improvement and to engage in data-informed discussions that support student success.
Overall Highlights
One thousand seven hundred thirty-four public schools received overall report card grades, up from 1,723 last year. A small number of schools did not receive a grade due to insufficient student enrollment for required metrics. While three fewer schools received an "F" compared to 2024, overall grades declined slightly, with fewer schools earning A's, B's, and C's and more schools earning D's. English Language Arts (ELA) showed progress, and graduation rates improved despite overall grade declines.
Performance Indicators
◦ Academic Achievement: Only 26% of students met proficiency targets in ELA and math, and 30% in science. The state earned a "D" in this category.
◦ Academic Growth: 56% of students demonstrated growth in ELA, math, and science, an improvement of 3% from last year.
◦ ELPA Progress: 34% of English learners are on track to meet language acquisition goals, earning the state a "B."
◦ Postsecondary Opportunity: 54% of 11th and 12th graders participated in early college and career experiences, such as AP courses, Career Tech programs, internships, and concurrent enrollment. This indicator earned a "B."
◦ Chronic Absenteeism: 81% of students maintained good attendance, below the 85% benchmark for adequate progress. The state earned a "D."
◦ Graduation Rate: The four-year graduation rate rose to 82.2% for the class of 2024, up from 81.3% in 2023. The state earned a "D," falling short of its 90% goal by 2025.
Policy Update: Under SB711, Oklahoma has directed the removal of Chronic Absenteeism as a measure of school success in the accountability system. Pending approval of the state's ESSA Plan Amendment by the U.S. Department of Education, Chronic Absenteeism will no longer be a required measure beginning in the 2025-2026 reporting year, though improvements in attendance may be calculated for bonus points.
