The top reported proficiency rate is 8% in Science. The lowest is 7% in English language arts.
Original Research by School Decision on Greenwood Leadership Academy
Greenwood Leadership Academy is an elementary school serving pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and is part of the Tulsa Public Schools district. The school’s name connects to Tulsa’s historic Greenwood district, a reference that carries local significance. It is a regular public school, not a charter or magnet. The student body of about that size for a PK-5 school is predominantly Black, with the remainder being students who identify as two or more races, Hispanic, White, and American Indian or Alaska Native. Data on the share of students qualifying for free or reduced-price meals, receiving special education services, or learning English as a second language was not available, though in a district of this size and urban context those are common points of inquiry for parents.
On the Oklahoma School Testing Program assessments for the most recent year, Greenwood’s results showed very low proficiency rates across all tested grades and subjects. In mathematics, the portion of students scoring proficient or above was in the single digits for third, fourth, and fifth grades. In English language arts, fourth and fifth grade proficiency was similarly low, and the third grade result was suppressed. In fifth grade science, the proficiency rate was also low. Across all tested subjects and grades, the school’s overall proficiency index placed it in the bottom quartile relative to districts in Osage County. A parent considering Greenwood will want to look into how the school supports foundational reading and math skills and what interventions are in place.
Because the school serves only elementary grades, there is no graduation rate or college-readiness data to report. Chronic absenteeism figures were also unavailable. The school environment data, including discipline rates, course access, and staffing ratios, was not provided.
The district context is worth noting. Tulsa Public Schools is the largest district in Oklahoma. In 2023, the state board of education lowered the district’s accreditation to “accredited with deficiencies,” citing low academic performance and other concerns. The district remains operational but is under state scrutiny. In 2024, voters approved a major bond package for facility improvements, safety, technology, and instructional materials, which district officials said would not raise property tax millage rates because it replaces expiring debt. Also in 2024, the district closed two elementary schools as part of a portfolio review driven by declining enrollment. These developments signal a district in transition, and families within Tulsa Public Schools may experience ongoing changes in school assignments and resource allocation.
Tulsa itself is a mid-sized city with a diversified economy that extends beyond its historic oil and energy roots into finance, aviation, telecommunications, and technology. It has a notable collection of Art Deco architecture and cultural institutions such as the Gilcrease Museum and the Greenwood Rising history center. The housing market in the school’s zip area shows home values and rents that are below both the state and national benchmarks, making this part of Tulsa relatively affordable. The unemployment rate nationally was modest at the time of data collection.
For a family, Greenwood Leadership Academy represents an option within Tulsa Public Schools where academic proficiency is a significant concern. The school’s small size and its location in a historically meaningful neighborhood may be draws, but the test results suggest that students overall are performing far below grade-level expectations. A parent would likely want to visit the school, ask about curriculum, tutoring, and support for struggling students, and understand how the school’s leadership is addressing these outcomes. Without program offerings or staffing data, it is difficult to assess enrichment or class size. The broader district’s accreditation status and ongoing adjustments add another layer of consideration for families weighing this school against other options in Tulsa.
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