For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,004 students in 73521, OK.
The top-ranked public preschools in 73521, OK are Rivers Elementary School, Navajo Elementary School and Altus Early Childhood Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 73521 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Oklahoma public pre school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 27% statewide average). Pre schools in 73521, OK have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Oklahoma public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oklahoma public preschool average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Best 73521, OK Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rivers Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3000 North Veterans Drive
Altus, OK 73521
(580) 481-2183
Altus, OK 73521
(580) 481-2183
Gr: PK-4 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Navajo Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
15695 South County Road 210
Altus, OK 73521
(580) 482-7742
Altus, OK 73521
(580) 482-7742
Gr: PK-6 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Altus Early Childhood Center
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1100 N Forrest
Altus, OK 73521
(580) 481-2151
Altus, OK 73521
(580) 481-2151
Gr: PK-K | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
73521, Oklahoma Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
314 S Forrest St
Altus, OK 73521
(580) 481-2135
Altus, OK 73521
(580) 481-2135
Gr: PK-5 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
311 East Cypress Street
Altus, OK 73521
(580) 481-2133
Altus, OK 73521
(580) 481-2133
Gr: PK-4 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 73521, OK?
The top-ranked public preschools in 73521, OK include Rivers Elementary School, Navajo Elementary School and Altus Early Childhood Center.
How many public preschools are located in 73521?
3 public preschools are located in 73521.
What is the racial composition of students in 73521?
73521 public preschools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oklahoma public preschools average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
Does Your Public School Have Enough Nurses?
Learn whether your public school has enough nurses, how staffing affects student safety, chronic illness management, emergency care, and what parents should ask about available school health services today.
When Your Child Falls Behind Without Special Education
Learn what happens when your child falls behind academically but doesn't qualify for special education, including available school interventions, parent rights, tutoring options, and practical strategies for securing support.
When Your Child Finishes Classwork Faster Than Others
Discover why some children finish classwork faster than classmates, how teachers manage early finishers, and what parents can do to ensure meaningful learning, appropriate challenges, and continued academic growth.