Serving 198 students in grades 9-12, Preston High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Preston High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Preston school district, covering approximately 39 square miles around the city of Preston, OK. Families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Preston High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Preston High School's student population of 198 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
198 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
A Tradition of Excellence with a Vision for Tomorrow
School Rankings
Preston High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Preston High School is 0.74, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#269 out of 1652 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
25%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
22%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
26%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Pirate Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Preston High School's ranking?
Preston High School is ranked #269 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Preston High School often compared to?
Preston High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beggs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Preston High School?
The graduation rate of Preston High School is 90%, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 81.2%.
How many students attend Preston High School?
198 students attend Preston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Preston High School students are White, 26% of students are Two or more races, 22% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Preston High School?
Preston High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Preston High School offer ?
Preston High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Preston High School part of?
Preston High School is part of Preston School District.
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