THELMA R. PARKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

THELMA R. PARKS ES is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the OKLAHOMA CITY school district, located in Oklahoma City, OK with about 248 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 14 teachers, THELMA R. PARKS ES has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Thelma R. Parks Elementary is a public school located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, operating under the oversight of the Oklahoma City Public Schools (OKCPS) district. Serving students in the Northeast region of the city, the school is dedicated to providing foundational education and academic support to its local community. As part of the larger OKCPS system, the institution focuses on fostering student development through a structured curriculum and collaborative efforts between educators, families, and the surrounding community.

The school’s mission aligns with the broader goals of the district, which emphasizes equitable access to quality education, literacy, and student well-being. By utilizing the resources and administrative framework of the Oklahoma City Public Schools, Thelma R. Parks Elementary works to create a supportive learning environment tailored to the diverse needs of its student body. Those interested in specific academic programming, enrollment procedures, or current school initiatives can find further information through the official district website at http://www.okcps.org.

For more information, contact THELMA R. PARKS ES at (405) 587-4400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.