Serving 165 students in grades 4-6, Ward Es East ranks in the top 50% 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: WARD ES EAST's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Colbert, OK, encompassing approximately 66.9 square miles. Families typically drive 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 7.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ward Es East's student population of 165 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
165 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ward Es East 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 Ward Es East is 0.62, 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
#755 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
10%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
3%
8%
White
58%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
16%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ward Es East's ranking?
Ward Es East is ranked #755 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Ward Es East?
165 students attend Ward Es East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Ward Es East students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ward Es East?
Ward Es East has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ward Es East offer ?
Ward Es East offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ward Es East part of?
Ward Es East is part of Colbert School District.
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