Salk Elementary School

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Salk Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5
7625 E 58th St,  Tulsa, OK
Tulsa Public Schools
2.9
465 Students
C-
Niche Grade
In the southeast quadrant of the Stevenson neighborhood, Salk Elementary School serves more than 400 students from prekindergarten through fifth grade. Educators here strive to teach students useful skills for lifelong success such as problem-solving and collabaration. Salk Elementary takes pride in the stability of their school. Many staff members are veteran instructors with nearly 20 years’ experience, which serves to help students remain engaged and ready to learn. Salk also believes that input from each child’s parents or guardians is critical. To increase and maintain parent involvement, Salk hosts several events to provide parents and guardians with helpful resources for supporting their young students. At Salk, elective programs are considered vital to the core curriculum. For example, the school’s physical education program encourages students to participate in International Walk to School Day, the Zoo Run and other activities to take care of their physical health. The fine arts program is another Salk highlight. Students explore music from different instruments and cultures as well as varying methods for creating visual art. Salk also offers a handful of extracurricular programs, such as bike club and student council, to facilitate student learning outside of the classroom.

School Details

Head of School
Traci Thomas
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Math Proficiency
18%
Reading Proficiency
13%

Niche Grade

C-
Academics
C
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
13%
Math Proficiency
18%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
32
Full Time Teachers
32
Teachers in First or Second Year
12.4%

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
3%
State Average
7%
Science
0%
State Average
6%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
427:1

Student Diversity

Female
52%
Male
48%
Hispanic
47.8%
Black
14%
White
13.1%
Two or more races
11.3%
Asian
10.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
3.1%
Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
2.9 14 Reviews
5.0 teacher
5/20/2026
Salk Elementary is a diverse school that accommodates students based on their individual needs. Students have a lot of opportunities to join clubs and extend their learning and leadership.
5.0 other
5/19/2026
Salk Elementary has caring teachers and staff who genuinely want students to succeed. The principal does a great job leading the school and creating a positive environment for students, parents, and staff. You can tell there is real effort put into making students feel supported, safe, and encourage...
1.0 other
5/6/2026
am writing this review out of deep disappointment regarding my grandson’s school principal. As a grandparent who values education, fairness, and the well-being of children, I had hoped to see leadership that reflects those principles. Unfortunately, my experience has been quite the opposite.From wha...
1.0 other
5/6/2026
I am appalled by the principal at Salk elementary. Their behavior was not just unhelpful—it was downright disrespectful. As a uncle of one of the students, I expected basic courtesy and professionalism, but instead was met with rudeness and dismissiveness. Leadership like this is unacceptable in any...

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Salk Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Tulsa, OK and is served by the Tulsa Public Schools in Oklahoma. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 465 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 18% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 13% are proficient in reading. Salk Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C- and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $276,637. Discover additional schools in the area, like Nathan Hale High School, Mingo Valley Christian, American Leadership Academy, and more. Learn more about what Tulsa has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Salk Elementary School.

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