Serving 157 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Tenkiller Public School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% 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: 157 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tenkiller Public School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Welling, OK, encompassing an area of approximately 49.5 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 7.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tenkiller Public School's student population of 157 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
157 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tenkiller Public School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tenkiller Public School is 0.34, which is less 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
#1027 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
80%
11%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
1%
21%
Black
1%
8%
White
16%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tenkiller Public School's ranking?
Tenkiller Public School is ranked #1027 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Tenkiller Public School often compared to?
Tenkiller Public Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Keys Elementary School, Woodall Public School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Tenkiller Public School?
157 students attend Tenkiller Public School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Tenkiller Public School students are American Indian, 16% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tenkiller Public School?
Tenkiller Public School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Tenkiller Public School offer ?
Tenkiller Public School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tenkiller Public School part of?
Tenkiller Public School is part of Tenkiller School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Tenkiller is a fabulous school. Also the staff and administration are fantastic. We all get along and we have outstanding cooks. The education is the best part because we have such great teachers and they make education fun to learn. To sum it it all up every single thing about Tenkiller Public school is extremely wonderful. I love Tenkiller public school.
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