Serving 539 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Will Rogers Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 40-44% (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 15:1 is equal to the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 539 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Will Rogers Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Will Rogers Elementary School's student population of 539 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
539 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Will Rogers Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Will Rogers Elementary School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#276 out of 1680 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
17%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
4%
8%
White
46%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
17%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Will Rogers Elementary School's ranking?
Will Rogers Elementary School is ranked #276 out of 1,680 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?
40-44% 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 Will Rogers Elementary School?
539 students attend Will Rogers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Will Rogers Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are American Indian, 17% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Will Rogers Elementary School?
Will Rogers Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Will Rogers Elementary School offer ?
Will Rogers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Will Rogers Elementary School part of?
Will Rogers Elementary School is part of Mcalester School District.
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