Best 73538 Oklahoma Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,534 students in 73538, OK.
The top-ranked public schools in 73538, OK are Elgin Elementary School, Elgin High School and Elgin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 73538 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Oklahoma public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 28% statewide average). Schools in 73538, OK have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Oklahoma public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oklahoma public school average of 57% (majority Hispanic).

Best 73538, OK Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elgin Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
610 J St
Elgin, OK 73538
(580) 492-3680
Gr: PK-4 | 946 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Elgin High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
520 K Street
Elgin, OK 73538
(580) 492-3670
Gr: 9-12 | 789 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Elgin Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
712 J St
Elgin, OK 73538
(580) 492-3655
Gr: 5-8 | 799 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 43%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 73538, OK?
The top-ranked public schools in 73538, OK include Elgin Elementary School, Elgin High School and Elgin Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 73538?
3 public schools are located in 73538.
What is the racial composition of students in 73538?
73538 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oklahoma public schools average of 57% (majority Hispanic).

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