Best Schools in Ardmore, Oklahoma
18 schools · 9 Elementary · 4 Middle · 3 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Ardmore by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Plainview HS
High · Plainview. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Oak Hall Episcopal School
Elementary. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Charles Evans ES
Elementary · Ardmore. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Ardmore for 2026 are Plainview HS (7.2/10), Oak Hall Episcopal School (7.1/10), and Charles Evans ES (6.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 12 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
18
14 public · 4 private
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$174,700
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
18
14 public · 4 private
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$174,700
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 6.8/10 despite 93% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.9 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Ardmore schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +13.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Ardmore schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Ardmore
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (12 of 18). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Plainview HS | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Oak Hall Episcopal School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Charles Evans ES | 6.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Dickson HS | 6.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Plainview Intermediate ES | 6.2 / 10 |
| 6 | Ardmore HS | 5.5 / 10 |
| 7 | Plainview MS | 5.3 / 10 |
| 8 | Dickson Upper ES | 5.1 / 10 |
| 9 | Ardmore MS | 4.9 / 10 |
| 10 | Dickson MS | 4.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $60,288
- Median home value
- $174,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Avg commute
- 20 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 64%
13% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ardmore compares
Oklahoma rank
#188 of 223
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.6
below Oklahoma avg (6.2)
Median household income
$60k
99% of Oklahoma median
Schools in this city
15
About Schools in Ardmore, Oklahoma
Ardmore, Oklahoma is home to 18 schools, including 14 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.6 out of 10, schools in Ardmore show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Ardmore is Plainview HS with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ardmore is served by 3 school districts: ARDMORE, DICKSON, PLAINVIEW. These districts collectively serve 5,472 students.
Ardmore's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $60,288. The poverty rate in the area is 14.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
9 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 420 students · 1st–2nd | 6.8 | ||
| 2 | 427 students · Pre-K–2nd | 6.5 | ||
| 3 | 373 students · 3rd–5th | 6.2 | ||
| 4 | 331 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 5.6 | ||
| 5 | 290 students · 3rd–5th | 5.1 | ||
| 6 | 433 students · 3rd–4th | 4.5 | ||
| 7 | 357 students · Pre-K–2nd | 4.5 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Oak Hall Episcopal School
Private
99 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.1 | ||
| 2 | 19 students · Pre-K–8th | — | ||
Middle Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 361 students · 6th–8th | 5.3 |
| 2 | 326 students · 7th–8th | 4.9 |
| 3 | 248 students · 6th–8th | 4.7 |
| 4 | 360 students · 5th–6th | 3.9 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 424 students · 9th–12th | 7.2 |
| 2 | 375 students · 9th–12th | 6.2 |
| 3 | 747 students · 9th–12th | 5.5 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ardmore Adventist Academy
Private
15 students · 1st–10th | — |
| 2 | New Beginning Christian School
Private
12 students · Kindergarten–9th | — |
Schools in Ardmore
Ardmore, Oklahoma · 18 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$60,288
Median Home Value
$174,700
Median Rent
$960/mo
Population
36,228
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
64%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Community Profile
Ardmore has a median household income of $60,288. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $174,700, with a median rent of $960/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.8%. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Oklahoma
- Elementary
- 9
- Middle
- 4
- High
- 3
- Other
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Ardmore, Oklahoma
How many schools are in Ardmore, Oklahoma?
Ardmore has 18 schools, including 14 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ardmore, Oklahoma?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ardmore is 5.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Ardmore, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked school in Ardmore on MySchoolScout is Plainview HS with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ardmore, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ardmore on MySchoolScout is Oak Hall Episcopal School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Ardmore, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked middle school in Ardmore on MySchoolScout is Plainview MS with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best high school in Ardmore, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked high school in Ardmore on MySchoolScout is Plainview HS with a composite score of 7.2/10.
How many school districts serve Ardmore, Oklahoma?
Ardmore is served by 3 school districts: Ardmore, Dickson, Plainview.
What is the education level in Ardmore, Oklahoma?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Ardmore have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ardmore, Oklahoma?
The median household income in Ardmore is approximately $60,288 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Ardmore, Oklahoma?
Yes, Ardmore has 4 private schools alongside 14 public schools. The top-rated private school is Oak Hall Episcopal School with a score of 7.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ardmore, Oklahoma?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ardmore is 17.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ardmore, Oklahoma?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Oklahoma Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.