Best Schools in Duncan, Oklahoma
11 schools · 6 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Duncan?
Use this page to compare every school in Duncan by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Empire MS
Middle · Empire. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Emerson ES
Elementary · Duncan. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Empire HS
High · Empire. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Duncan for 2026 are Empire MS (7.2/10), Emerson ES (7.0/10), and Empire HS (6.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 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
11
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$137,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
11
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$137,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 7.2/10 despite 67% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.3 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 Duncan schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +24.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Duncan schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Duncan
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 of 11). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Empire MS | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Emerson ES | 7.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Empire HS | 6.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Duncan MS | 6.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Horace Mann ES | 6.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Duncan HS | 5.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Woodrow Wilson ES | 5.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Empire ES | 5.6 / 10 |
| 9 | Mark Twain ES | 5.2 / 10 |
| 10 | Plato ES | 3.6 / 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
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $59,341
- Median home value
- $137,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
18% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Duncan compares
Oklahoma rank
#175 of 223
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Oklahoma avg (6.2)
Median household income
$59k
98% of Oklahoma median
Schools in this city
11
About Schools in Duncan, Oklahoma
Duncan, Oklahoma is home to 11 schools, including 11 public schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Duncan 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 Duncan is Empire MS with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Duncan is served by 2 school districts: DUNCAN, EMPIRE. These districts collectively serve 3,806 students.
Duncan's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $59,341. The poverty rate in the area is 18.4%.
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
6 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 342 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.0 |
| 2 | 348 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.3 |
| 3 | 315 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.8 |
| 4 | 239 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.6 |
| 5 | 152 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.2 |
| 6 | 274 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.6 |
Middle Schools
2 schoolsHigh Schools
2 schoolsOther Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 188 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 3.4 |
Schools in Duncan
Duncan, Oklahoma · 11 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$59,341
Median Home Value
$137,300
Median Rent
$877/mo
Population
27,935
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
18.4%
Community Profile
Duncan has a median household income of $59,341. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $137,300, with a median rent of $877/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.4%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Oklahoma
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
Resources
School Districts (2)
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Oklahoma
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Duncan, Oklahoma
How many schools are in Duncan, Oklahoma?
Duncan has 11 schools, including 11 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Duncan, Oklahoma?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Duncan is 5.7 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 Duncan, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked school in Duncan on MySchoolScout is Empire MS with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Duncan, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked elementary school in Duncan on MySchoolScout is Emerson ES with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Duncan, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked middle school in Duncan on MySchoolScout is Empire MS with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best high school in Duncan, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked high school in Duncan on MySchoolScout is Empire HS with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Duncan, Oklahoma?
Duncan is served by 2 school districts: Duncan, Empire.
What is the education level in Duncan, Oklahoma?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Duncan have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Duncan, Oklahoma?
The median household income in Duncan is approximately $59,341 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Duncan, Oklahoma?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Duncan is 16.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Duncan, 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.