Serving 627 students in grades 9-12, Elk City High 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 10% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elk City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Elk City High School's student population of 627 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
627 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
It's What We Do #Lead #Learn #Grow
School Rankings
Elk City High 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 Elk City High School is 0.56, 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
#908 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
25%
21%
Black
2%
8%
White
61%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)85-89%
78%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.9%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Elks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elk City High School's ranking?
Elk City High School is ranked #908 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Elk City High School often compared to?
Elk City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Merritt High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elk City High School?
The graduation rate of Elk City High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Elk City High School?
627 students attend Elk City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Elk City High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elk City High School?
Elk City High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Elk City High School offer ?
Elk City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elk City High School part of?
Elk City High School is part of Elk City School District.
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