Emerson ES vs Ralph Downs ES
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Oklahoma, United States, 174 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson ES
Coalgate · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
394 students
Ralph Downs ES
Oklahoma City · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
395 students
| Measure | Emerson ES Coalgate, Oklahoma | Ralph Downs ES Oklahoma City, Oklahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #448 of 899 | #335 of 899 |
| National rank | #36730 of 50,301 | #32909 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 394 | 395 |
| Enrollment | 394 | 395 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.1% | 71.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 42% |
| city | Coalgate | Oklahoma City |
| state | Oklahoma | Oklahoma |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ralph Downs ES scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.6 vs 32.8).
- •Ralph Downs ES does better on math proficiency (42% vs 27%).
- •Emerson ES does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.1% vs 71.6%).
- •Emerson ES does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 14.1).
- •Ralph Downs ES is the larger school with 395 students compared with 394.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Emerson ES better than Ralph Downs ES?
On the Success Index (US), Ralph Downs ES ranks higher (38.6 vs 32.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Emerson ES and Ralph Downs ES?
About 174 km in a straight line, between Coalgate and Oklahoma City in Oklahoma.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson ES: 394. Ralph Downs ES: 395. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson ES and Ralph Downs ES rank in Oklahoma?
Emerson ES is 448th of 899 and Ralph Downs ES is 335th of 899 among elementary schools in Oklahoma on the 2025 Success Index (US).