Tulsa, OK - District Data

Original Research by School Decision on Tulsa

Tulsa Public Schools is Oklahoma’s largest district, serving students from early childhood through high school. It operates roughly many scores of schools across the city of Tulsa and adjacent communities, including a mix of traditional neighborhood schools, magnet and demonstration programs, and alternative pathway schools, among them a fine arts academy, international schools, a college preparatory high school, and a science and technology high school. The student body is racially and ethnically diverse, with no single group holding a majority. Hispanic students make up the largest share, followed by Black students and white students, with smaller populations of students who are American Indian or Alaska Native, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, and multiracial.

State assessment results from the most recent testing year show proficiency rates that are low across every tested grade and subject in math, English language arts, and science. Proficient or above scores in math range from single digits at some grade levels to just above a tenth of students in lower elementary grades. English language arts results are similarly modest, with proficiency rates holding in the low to mid teens across grades three through eight. Science proficiency, tested in grades five and eight, is also low, with eighth-grade results climbing somewhat higher than fifth-grade but still below a fifth of students. Compared to other districts in Tulsa County, the district’s overall proficiency across tested subjects and grades places it in the bottom quartile.

Chronic absenteeism is a significant concern. The rate is the highest among Tulsa County districts where data is available, and it falls in the bottom quartile of that comparison group. This is a figure parents may wish to discuss with the school administration to understand what supports are in place and what is being done at individual schools.

Per-pupil current spending is in the upper range among the county’s districts. This suggests that despite the district’s sizable enrollment, it allocates a higher-than-typical amount per student for operations, which can be a factor in the availability of resources, programming, and staffing.

A major infrastructure investment was approved by voters in 2024, providing funding for facility improvements, safety and security upgrades, technology, transportation, and instructional materials across all schools. Publicly reported news accounts state that the bond package passed with a substantial majority and will not raise property tax millage rates because it replaces expiring bond debt. This commitment to capital improvements may be a relevant consideration for families thinking about the condition and long-term trajectory of school buildings.

The district has also undertaken enrollment-driven closures. In 2024, the board voted to close two elementary schools at the end of the academic year, citing declining enrollment and financial pressures. Publicly reported accounts describe a portfolio review process, with the district estimating annual savings from the closures. This kind of right-sizing may affect attendance boundaries and school assignments for families in certain neighborhoods.

In 2023, the Oklahoma State Board of Education lowered the district’s accreditation status to “accredited with deficiencies,” citing low academic performance and concerns over library book policies. Publicly reported sources describe this as a high-profile decision that means the district remains operational but must address identified deficiencies. This accreditation status is a specific, documented fact that families may want to ask about directly when visiting schools and when considering the district’s current standing and improvement plans.

Housing values across the district’s many ZIP codes span a wide range, from very modest to well above the national typical home value. Rents follow a similar pattern. The district includes areas where housing is relatively affordable for the region and others where it is significantly higher. The local unemployment rate and median household income figures are in line with national economic conditions. This economic diversity means that families in different parts of the district may have very different housing- and community-based experiences, which is worth considering when choosing a neighborhood school or a commute to a magnet or special program.

For a family considering Tulsa Public Schools, the picture is clear on the core academic numbers: they are low across the board, and the district’s accreditation carries a formal deficiency designation tied directly to those results. The opportunities lie in the breadth of schools themselves. The district operates a large portfolio of specialized programs, such as a fine arts academy, an international school, early college high schools, and demonstration schools, which a family may find appealing even if the overall district averages are soft. Chronic absenteeism is a red flag that warrants a direct conversation at the school level. The recent bond investment and the ongoing consolidation process suggest a district in a period of financial and facility transition, which could mean both improvements and further boundary changes ahead.

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District Context

Officially reported figures, 2024-25.

Enrollment

33,562

Grades

PK–12

Schools

Student body

Hispanic 38%

Black 22%

White 21%

Asian 2%

Two+ 11%

Am. Indian / AK Native 4%

Hawaiian / Pac. Isl. 1%

Schools in this District

69 schools are officially reported under this district.

EISENHOWER INTERNATIONAL ES

MAYO DEMONSTRATION ES

ANDERSON ES

BOOKER T. WASHINGTON HS

BELL ES

CARVER MS

CENTRAL HS

WAYMAN TISDALE FINE ARTS ACAD

DANIEL WEBSTER MS

EAST CENTRAL HS

THOMAS EDISON PREPARATORY HS

EDISON PREPARATORY MS

EUGENE FIELD ES

HAMILTON ES

LEWIS AND CLARK ES

MCLAIN HS FOR SCIENCE AND TECH

WILL ROGERS COLLEGE HS

KENDALL-WHITTIER ES

JOHN HOPE FRANKLIN ES

THOREAU DEMONSTRATION ACADEMY

OWEN ES

HENRY ZARROW INTERNATIONAL SCH

TRAICE

TULSA MET HS

FELICITAS MENDEZ INTL SCHOOL

TRAICE MS

PROJECT ACCEPT TRAICE ES

MONROE DEMONSTRATION MS

CLINTON WEST ES

GREENWOOD LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

CENTRAL MS

MEMORIAL MS

WILL ROGERS COLLEGE MS

UNITY LEARNING ACADEMY

East Central Middle School

Nathan Hale Middle School

Tulsa Met Middle School

Academic Performance

Percent of students meeting or exceeding state standards, by grade.

Mathematics

6 grades reported

16%

Grade 3

16%

Grade 4

12%

Grade 5

Grade 6

11%

Grade 7

Grade 8

English Language Arts

6 grades reported

15%

Grade 3

12%

Grade 4

15%

Grade 5

15%

Grade 6

11%

Grade 7

12%

Grade 8

Science

2 grades reported

13%

Grade 5

19%

Grade 8

Housing & Real Estate

Data as of April 2026 | District-weighted from constituent ZIP codes

Home Values

Typical home value$175,665

Year-over-year change+2.1%

Range across 29 ZIP codes$93K to $318K

vs. state typical0.79x

vs. national typical0.48x

Home value trend (12 months)

ZIP code home values (29 ZIP codes)

ZIP	City	Value	YoY	Weight
74127	Tulsa	$136K	-0.8%	11.1%
74126	Tulsa	$93K	-1.0%	10.3%
74107	Tulsa	$158K	+4.2%	9.8%
74115	Tulsa	$122K	+4.5%	9.2%
74116	Tulsa	$198K	+3.5%	8.3%
74108	Tulsa	$183K	+5.9%	4.7%
74106	Tulsa	$115K	-3.6%	4.4%
74105	Tulsa	$296K	+4.1%	4.2%
74112	Tulsa	$182K	+1.3%	3.9%
74135	Tulsa	$273K	+5.4%	3.5%

Showing top 10 of 29 ZIP codes by land area weight

Rental Market

Typical monthly rent$1,224/mo

Year-over-year change+2.6%

Range across 24 ZIP codes$879 to $2,150/mo

Rent trend (12 months)

ZIP code rents (24 ZIP codes)

ZIP	City	Rent/mo	YoY	Weight
74127	Tulsa	$1,189	+2.0%	11.1%
74126	Tulsa	$1,212	—	10.3%
74107	Tulsa	$1,026	+5.0%	9.8%
74115	Tulsa	$1,114	+4.5%	9.2%
74106	Tulsa	$1,228	+1.9%	4.4%
74105	Tulsa	$1,476	-0.2%	4.2%
74112	Tulsa	$1,349	+1.6%	3.9%
74135	Tulsa	$1,392	+2.1%	3.5%
74110	Tulsa	$1,092	+2.4%	3.4%
74145	Tulsa	$1,315	+2.5%	2.8%

Showing top 10 of 24 ZIP codes by land area weight

Affordability

Est. monthly mortgage (20% down at 6.48%)$886/mo

Home price / national median income2.1x

Annual rent / national median income17.5%

Rent exceeds est. mortgage by$337/mo

Comparison

State typical home value$221,765 (+2.2% YoY)

National typical home value$368,198 (+0.6% YoY)

State ZHVI trend (12 months)

National ZHVI trend (12 months)

Economic Context

30-year fixed mortgage rate6.48%

National unemployment rate4.3%

National median household income$83,730

CPI: Rent of shelter (index)447.05

30-year fixed mortgage rate (12 months)

National unemployment rate (12 months)

National median household income (12 months)

CPI: Rent of shelter (index) (12 months)

Sources: Zillow Home Value Index and Zillow Observed Rent Index (Zillow Group), Realtor.com via Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (FRED)

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