Best Schools in Catoosa, Oklahoma
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Catoosa by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Wells MS
Middle · Catoosa. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Catoosa HS
High · Catoosa. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$211,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$211,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +5.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Catoosa schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Catoosa
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wells MS | 5.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Catoosa HS | 5.3 / 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
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $72,688
- Median home value
- $211,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 69%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Catoosa compares
Oklahoma rank
#124 of 223
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Oklahoma avg (6.2)
Median household income
$73k
120% of Oklahoma median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Catoosa, Oklahoma
Catoosa, Oklahoma is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Catoosa 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 Catoosa is Helen Paul Learning Ctr with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Catoosa is served by 1 school district: CATOOSA. These districts collectively serve 1,828 students.
Catoosa's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $72,688. The poverty rate in the area is 12.7%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 873 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.3 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 399 students · 6th–8th | 5.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 556 students · 9th–12th | 5.3 |
Schools in Catoosa
Catoosa, Oklahoma · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$72,688
Median Home Value
$211,300
Median Rent
$1,052/mo
Population
8,653
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Community Profile
Catoosa has a median household income of $72,688. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $211,300, with a median rent of $1,052/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.7%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Oklahoma
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Catoosa, Oklahoma
How many schools are in Catoosa, Oklahoma?
Catoosa has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Catoosa, Oklahoma?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Catoosa is 6.1 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 Catoosa, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked school in Catoosa on MySchoolScout is Wells MS with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Catoosa, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked middle school in Catoosa on MySchoolScout is Wells MS with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best high school in Catoosa, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked high school in Catoosa on MySchoolScout is Catoosa HS with a composite score of 5.3/10.
How many school districts serve Catoosa, Oklahoma?
Catoosa is served by 1 school district: Catoosa.
What is the education level in Catoosa, Oklahoma?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Catoosa have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Catoosa, Oklahoma?
The median household income in Catoosa is approximately $72,688 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Catoosa, Oklahoma?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Catoosa is 17.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Catoosa, 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.