Serving 190 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Waurika Elementary 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: WAURIKA ES serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Waurika, OK, covering approximately 261.2 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 15 to 20 minutes and an average distance of 9.3 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest edge of the zone extends up to 15.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waurika Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Waurika Elementary School's student population of 190 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
190 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waurika Elementary 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 Waurika Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#293 out of 1652 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
6%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
18%
21%
Black
n/a
8%
White
64%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
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 Waurika Elementary School's ranking?
Waurika Elementary School is ranked #293 out of 1,652 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Waurika Elementary School?
190 students attend Waurika Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Waurika Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waurika Elementary School?
Waurika Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Waurika Elementary School offer ?
Waurika Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waurika Elementary School part of?
Waurika Elementary School is part of Waurika School District.
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