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Dove Science Academy (Tulsa)

Charter | 6-12 | 204 students

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4 stars

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Posted December 2, 2011

I just graduated this year(2010) and i'm currently attending NSU but I already miss going to Dove. I am going to miss all the teachers even if i didnt have your class. I bet I will see some of you guys because I dont think Joshua will ever stop finding a way to be by all of you guys and my sister still goes there so yeah. well anyway I Miss All The Teachers and all my friends.!


Posted November 11, 2011

in the few years that i've been in dove science academy i have found that being here is a lot like eating vegetables. sure at first you don't like it but after time passes you find that it gets tastier, and in the long run it ends up being better for you . GO DOVE


Posted November 11, 2011

I was a student here two years ago and I must say that while I didn't think I like it there, Dove Science Academy is the only school that ever offered me a challenging curriculum. I wish I could go back there and further my education. This is a good school and to anyone who is thinking about attending it, I highly recommend it. Their teachers know their subjects and care enough to give you the one on one time that you need to acquire the challenge you need to progress.


Posted October 6, 2011

The decision to leave Dove was a very difficult one for me as I loved the staff and administration and their strong support for me and the music program. After many prayers and thought, I decided to pursue this new calling in my life and go forward. I will miss you all and especially the kids, as we all know that Dove has the best students in the state! Please know that I will always remember my experience at Discovery/and Dove as very positive and will pass on the good news to others about the wonderful education that students receive through Dove Charter Schools. Wishing you much success in the 2011-2012 school year and beyond. Sincerely, Marti Law
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted September 26, 2011

As a parent, Let me answer your question. They do not teach Islam, and Christianity. This is not religious school. They focus on advanced science, math, and computer.Look at the scores 100 percent graduation rate, 97 percent college acceptance rate, and 0 percent drop out rate.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 31, 2011

I have a question, not a review. Do they teach Turkish culture and what about the Islamic or Turkish culture do they each? Do they teach American history? Is anyone familiar with Discovery School Tulsa which is owned and operated by the organization as Dove? I know Dove is better than TPS (what school isn't?) How does is compare to Broken Arrow schools? Any info would be great. Thanks! - a concerned parent considering the school
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 21, 2010

woooooooooooooooooooooooooooow this school is cool and unique and you learn alot teadchers are cool and students are nice


Posted November 13, 2010

This School is THE BEST SCHOOL EVER Glad i got to go to school at a school like this


Posted November 11, 2010

dove is a very very good school at first i did not like it there, but now i love it there so much!!!!!


Posted January 5, 2010

Dove, will not the best school for your school for kids because if you do not turn in a worksheet you get Saturday detention and in lunch sometime you can not talk. I feel like I am in jail!!!
—Submitted by a student


Posted April 13, 2009

Dove is a very good school. It has a lot of safety
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 3, 2009

As much as I enjoyed attending DSA(Dove Science Academy), their academics are NOT what they are made out to be. Supervision and discipline aren't the best, and a lot of the focus is put on Turkish culture. It was a great experience, but I'd never choose to go back for my remaining high school years.
—Submitted by a student


Posted November 20, 2008

I would not even consider sending my child anywhere else. This is by far the best school in Tulsa. Teachers are great--my child learned more the first semester there than he had the last two years in Tulsa Public Schools. I can't say enough good things about this schools
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 15, 2008

I have been a parent of Dove for several years now. I have been very happy with Dove. The teachers work hard with the kids during and after school if needed. And, I have never seen such a peaceful attitude among so many Ages of students in a public school. The teachers and staff there really seem to care.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 21, 2007

I just love the school. They care about our kids. Thats the best school in Tulsa area. They have a new building. They are using technology effectively. And I love the character education class.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 26, 2007

we are in Dove for 5 years and we just love it. They care about our children and give the best education ever. Other TPS schools can't even come close to Dove.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 2, 2006

I love Dove. Great environment, awesome activities and devoted teachers. Highly recommended. I have tasted delicious food in their picnics and field trips. M.
—Submitted by a student


Posted November 1, 2006

This school provides the best education your child can get(-in Tulsa-) for free
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 25, 2006

Dove continues to improve with every year. Not only have we had two graduating senior classes now, but now we also have several new additions to the school. The old building has been remodeled to better suit the students, and a newer larger building was also added. Newer safety measures have also been enforced within the past two years. And on top of all of these wonderful things, we now are proud to offer several competitive sports teams, including basketball, girls softball, girls volleyball, and soccer. Success only continues to blossom at this school.
—Submitted by a student


Posted March 21, 2006

As a student attending Dove Science Academy, I have found it to be a blessing. I could never have succeeded the way I am now without the support from the teachers that I have. They give you one on one attention, and they care as to whether or not you are accelling. The academic programs are better now than they have ever been, and we offer several advanced placement classes. Granted we are not a sport school, but the school's name should give that away. It is specifically geared towards math, science, and technology. I am grateful to be able to attend a school like Dove.
—Submitted by Cat, a student


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 82% in 2009.

96 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
98%

2008

 
 
94%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 79% in 2009.

96 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
89%

2008

 
 
88%
Scale: % satisfactory or advanced

About the tests


In 2008-2009 Oklahoma used the Oklahoma Core Curriculum Tests (OCCT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math. The results for reading and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The OCCT is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Oklahoma. The goal is for all students to score at or above the satisfactory level on the test.

See Oklahoma's state standards

Source: Oklahoma State Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 78% in 2009.

50 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
94%

2008

 
 
90%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 80% in 2009.

50 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
96%

2008

 
 
94%
Scale: % satisfactory or advanced

About the tests


In 2008-2009 Oklahoma used the Oklahoma Core Curriculum Tests (OCCT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math. The results for reading and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The OCCT is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Oklahoma. The goal is for all students to score at or above the satisfactory level on the test.

See Oklahoma's state standards

Source: Oklahoma State Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2009.

55 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
95%

2008

 
 
83%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 81% in 2009.

54 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
87%

2008

 
 
79%
Science

The state average for Science was 87% in 2008.

61 students were tested at this school in 2008.

2008

 
 
89%
Scale: % satisfactory or advanced

About the tests


In 2008-2009 Oklahoma used the Oklahoma Core Curriculum Tests (OCCT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math. The results for reading and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The OCCT is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Oklahoma. The goal is for all students to score at or above the satisfactory level on the test.

See Oklahoma's state standards

Source: Oklahoma State Department of Education

Math

All Students98%
Female98%
Male98%
Blackn/a
Hispanic96%
American Indian94%
White100%
Economically disadvantaged99%
Not economically disadvantaged96%

Reading

All Students89%
Female82%
Male98%
Black69%
Hispanic92%
American Indian88%
White95%
Economically disadvantaged88%
Not economically disadvantaged89%
Scale: % satisfactory or advanced

About the tests


In 2008-2009 Oklahoma used the Oklahoma Core Curriculum Tests (OCCT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math. The results for reading and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The OCCT is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Oklahoma. The goal is for all students to score at or above the satisfactory level on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Oklahoma State Department of Education; if there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Oklahoma's state standards

Source: Oklahoma State Department of Education

Math

All Students94%
Female94%
Male94%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic100%
White92%
Economically disadvantaged95%
Not economically disadvantaged92%

Reading

All Students96%
Female94%
Male100%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic100%
White96%
Economically disadvantaged95%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Scale: % satisfactory or advanced

About the tests


In 2008-2009 Oklahoma used the Oklahoma Core Curriculum Tests (OCCT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math. The results for reading and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The OCCT is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Oklahoma. The goal is for all students to score at or above the satisfactory level on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Oklahoma State Department of Education; if there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Oklahoma's state standards

Source: Oklahoma State Department of Education

Math

All Students95%
Female94%
Male96%
Blackn/a
Hispanic100%
White94%
Economically disadvantaged92%
Not economically disadvantaged100%

Reading

All Students87%
Female91%
Male82%
Blackn/a
Hispanic83%
White87%
Economically disadvantaged89%
Not economically disadvantaged83%
Scale: % satisfactory or advanced

About the tests


In 2008-2009 Oklahoma used the Oklahoma Core Curriculum Tests (OCCT) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math. The results for reading and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The OCCT is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Oklahoma. The goal is for all students to score at or above the satisfactory level on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Oklahoma State Department of Education; if there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Oklahoma's state standards

Source: Oklahoma State Department of Education

Algebra I

The state average for Algebra I was 76% in 2008.

60 students were tested at this school in 2008.

2008

 
 
80%
Algebra II

The state average for Algebra II was 52% in 2008.

34 students were tested at this school in 2008.

2008

 
 
42%
Biology I

The state average for Biology I was 54% in 2008.

38 students were tested at this school in 2008.

2008

 
 
50%
English 2

The state average for English 2 was 74% in 2008.

2008

 
 
n/a
English 3

The state average for English 3 was 74% in 2008.

2008

 
 
n/a
Geometry

The state average for Geometry was 67% in 2008.

41 students were tested at this school in 2008.

2008

 
 
74%
Math

The state average for Math was 77% in 2009.

46 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
74%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 75% in 2009.

63 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
57%
U.S. History

The state average for U.S. History was 63% in 2008.

2008

 
 
n/a
Scale: % satisfactory or advanced

About the tests


In 2008-2009 Oklahoma used the Oklahoma Core Curriculum Tests End-of-Instruction (OCCT EOI) exams to test students in high school in several subjects. The results for reading and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The OCCT EOI is a high school graduation requirement. The OCCT EOI exams are standards-based tests, which means they measure specific skills defined for each subject by the state of Oklahoma. The goal is for all students to score at or above the satisfactory level on the test.

See Oklahoma's state standards

Source: Oklahoma State Department of Education

Math

All Students74%
Female84%
Male67%
Black42%
Hispanic100%
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged94%
Not economically disadvantaged63%

Reading

All Students57%
Female63%
Male48%
Black36%
Hispanic77%
White82%
Economically disadvantaged71%
Not economically disadvantaged50%
Scale: % satisfactory or advanced

About the tests


In 2008-2009 Oklahoma used the Oklahoma Core Curriculum Tests End-of-Instruction (OCCT EOI) exams to test students in high school in several subjects. The results for reading and math are displayed on GreatSchools profiles. The OCCT EOI is a high school graduation requirement. The OCCT EOI exams are standards-based tests, which means they measure specific skills defined for each subject by the state of Oklahoma. The goal is for all students to score at or above the satisfactory level on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Oklahoma State Department of Education; if there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Oklahoma's state standards

Source: Oklahoma State Department of Education

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GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 45% 57%
Hispanic 25% 10%
Black 14% 11%
American Indian/Alaska Native 13% 19%
Asian/Pacific Islander 3% 2%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 64%N/A56%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 17N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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280 South Memorial Dr
Tulsa, OK 74112
Phone: (918) 834-3936

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