Serving 223 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wellston Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than 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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: WELLSTON ES's attendance zone covers the entire district of Wellston, OK, encompassing approximately 104.3 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wellston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wellston Elementary School's student population of 223 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
223 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Wellston Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wellston Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#139 out of 1652 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
25%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
7%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
17%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wellston Elementary School's ranking?
Wellston Elementary School is ranked #139 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Wellston Elementary School often compared to?
Wellston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carney Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Wellston Elementary School?
223 students attend Wellston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Wellston Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wellston Elementary School?
Wellston Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wellston Elementary School offer ?
Wellston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wellston Elementary School part of?
Wellston Elementary School is part of Wellston School District.
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