Serving 392 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Preston Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: PRESTON ES's attendance zone covers the entire Preston school district, encompassing an area of approximately 39 square miles around Preston, OK. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum span of 5.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Preston Elementary School's student population of 392 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A Tradition of Excellence with a Vision for Tomorrow
School Rankings
Preston Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Preston Elementary School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#812 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
22%
11%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
11%
8%
White
25%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
33%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.9%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Preston Elementary School's ranking?
Preston Elementary School is ranked #812 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Preston Elementary School often compared to?
Preston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morris Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Preston Elementary School?
392 students attend Preston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Preston Elementary School students are Two or more races, 25% of students are White, 22% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Preston Elementary School?
Preston Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Preston Elementary School offer ?
Preston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Preston Elementary School part of?
Preston Elementary School is part of Preston School District.
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