Serving 390 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Briggs Public School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Briggs Public School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Tahlequah, OK, encompassing approximately 64.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.6 miles to the zone edge and a maximum distance of 9.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Briggs Public School's student population of 390 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
To promote a caring and supportive atmosphere where success is expected and developed through a culture of excellence inspired by the collaborative work of students, staff, families, and community.
School Rankings
Briggs Public School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Briggs Public School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1450 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
57%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
1%
8%
White
10%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
18%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.5%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briggs Public School's ranking?
Briggs Public School is ranked #1450 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Briggs Public School often compared to?
Briggs Public Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Keys Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Briggs Public School?
390 students attend Briggs Public School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Briggs Public School students are American Indian, 18% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Briggs Public School?
Briggs Public School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Briggs Public School offer ?
Briggs Public School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Briggs Public School part of?
Briggs Public School is part of Briggs School District.
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