Serving 274 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Plato Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plato Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Plato Elementary School's student population of 274 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Plato Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plato Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#200 out of 1680 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
7%
11%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
1%
8%
White
69%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plato Elementary School's ranking?
Plato Elementary School is ranked #200 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Plato Elementary School?
274 students attend Plato Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Plato Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plato Elementary School?
Plato Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Plato Elementary School offer ?
Plato Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Plato Elementary School part of?
Plato Elementary School is part of Duncan School District.
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