Best 73573 Oklahoma Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 425 students in 73573, OK.
The top-ranked public schools in 73573, OK are Waurika Elementary School, Waurika High School and Waurika Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 73573 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Oklahoma public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 28% statewide average). Schools in 73573, OK have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Oklahoma public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oklahoma public school average of 57% (majority Hispanic).

Best 73573, OK Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waurika Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
600 Educational Avenue
Waurika, OK 73573
(580) 228-3531
Gr: PK-5 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Waurika High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
600 East Florida Avenue
Waurika, OK 73573
(580) 228-2341
Gr: 9-12 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Waurika Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
600 East Florida Avenue
Waurika, OK 73573
(580) 228-2341
Gr: 6-8 | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 26%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 73573, OK?
The top-ranked public schools in 73573, OK include Waurika Elementary School, Waurika High School and Waurika Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 73573?
3 public schools are located in 73573.
What is the racial composition of students in 73573?
73573 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oklahoma public schools average of 57% (majority Hispanic).

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