Serving 454 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wilburton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilburton Elementary School's student population of 454 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
454 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Striding with the purpose of obtaining a complete education which will lead us through the gateway of tomorrow – STRIDE WITH A PURPOSE
School Rankings
Wilburton Elementary 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 Wilburton Elementary School 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
#1043 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
39%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
n/a
8%
White
48%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilburton Elementary School's ranking?
Wilburton Elementary School is ranked #1043 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Wilburton Elementary School often compared to?
Wilburton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kellyville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Wilburton Elementary School?
454 students attend Wilburton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Wilburton Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilburton Elementary School?
Wilburton Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wilburton Elementary School offer ?
Wilburton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilburton Elementary School part of?
Wilburton Elementary School is part of Wilburton School District.
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