Frink-chambers Public School

485 Frink Rd
Mcalester, OK 74501
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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10/
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Top 10%
Serving 388 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Frink-chambers Public School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 388 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 52%
  • : Top 10% in OK
  • : 44% (Top 20%)
  • : 47% (Top 20%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 1%)
  • : Frink-Chambers Public School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Mcalester school district, covering approximately 25.4 square miles. Most areas are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge located about 4.9 miles from the school.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Frink-chambers Public School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Frink-chambers Public School's student population of 388 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
388 students

Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data

Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data

School Rankings

Frink-chambers Public School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frink-chambers Public School is 0.64, 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.
This School
State Level (OK)
#156 out of 1652 schools
(Top 10%)

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

44%
25%

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

47%
27%

Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data

75-79%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1

Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data

American Indian
34%
11%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Asian
1%
2%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Hispanic
3%
21%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data

Black
1%
8%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data

White
48%
43%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Two or more races
13%
14%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data

All Ethnic Groups
52%
0.64

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

(22-23)
10.8%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
49%

Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
7%

Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Frink-chambers Public School's ranking?
Frink-chambers Public School is ranked #156 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Frink-chambers Public School often compared to?
Frink-chambers Public Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Krebs Public School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Frink-chambers Public School?
388 students attend Frink-chambers Public School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Frink-chambers Public School students are White, 34% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frink-chambers Public School?
Frink-chambers Public School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Frink-chambers Public School offer ?
Frink-chambers Public School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frink-chambers Public School part of?
Frink-chambers Public School is part of Frink-Chambers School District.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
This school is amazing to me. I've been going there for 4 years now. My brothers also go there. My favorite thing about Frink is its teachers. Especially Mrs. Tammi, Mrs. Mouser, and Mrs Justice. They have truly made a huge impact on me and I Am so happy to be graduating there.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - kyla fair

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 388 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 52%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 44% (Top 20%)
  • : 47% (Top 20%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 1%)
  • : Frink-Chambers Public School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Mcalester school district, covering approximately 25.4 square miles. Most areas are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge located about 4.9 miles from the school.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education

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