Best Schools in Durant, Oklahoma
13 schools · 6 Elementary · 3 Middle · 2 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Durant by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Rock Creek ES
Elementary · Rock Creek. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Durant HS
High · Durant. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Northwest Heights ES
Elementary · Durant. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Durant for 2026 are Rock Creek ES (8.4/10), Durant HS (7.1/10), and Northwest Heights ES (6.4/10), 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
13
12 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$188,100
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
13
12 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.9
out of 10
Median Home
$188,100
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 8.4/10 despite 81% 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 Durant schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +21.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Durant schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Durant
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (12 of 13). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rock Creek ES | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Durant HS | 7.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Northwest Heights ES | 6.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Silo ES | 6.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Durant Intermediate ES | 6.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Silo MS | 6.1 / 10 |
| 7 | Silo HS | 6.0 / 10 |
| 8 | George Washington Elementary School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 9 | Robert E Lee Early Childhood | 5.3 / 10 |
| 10 | Victory Life Academy | 5.0 / 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
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $54,576
- Median home value
- $188,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 29%
- Avg commute
- 18 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 56%
15% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Durant compares
Oklahoma rank
#161 of 223
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.3
below Oklahoma avg (6.2)
Median household income
$55k
90% of Oklahoma median
Schools in this city
13
About Schools in Durant, Oklahoma
Durant, Oklahoma is home to 13 schools, including 12 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.9 out of 10, schools in Durant 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 Durant is Rock Creek ES with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Durant is served by 3 school districts: DURANT, SILO, ROCK CREEK. These districts collectively serve 5,608 students.
Durant's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $54,576. The poverty rate in the area is 17.6%.
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 | 370 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.4 |
| 2 | 535 students · Kindergarten–4th | 6.4 |
| 3 | 278 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.4 |
| 4 | 525 students · Kindergarten–4th | 5.5 |
| 5 | 394 students · Pre-K–2nd | 5.4 |
| 6 | 447 students · Kindergarten–4th | 4.9 |
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 558 students · 5th–6th | 6.3 |
| 2 | 257 students · 6th–8th | 6.1 |
| 3 | 609 students · 7th–8th | 3.7 |
High Schools
2 schoolsOther Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 232 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.3 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Victory Life Academy
Private
193 students · Pre-K–12th | 5.0 | ||
Schools in Durant
Durant, Oklahoma · 13 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$54,576
Median Home Value
$188,100
Median Rent
$916/mo
Population
26,548
College Educated
29%
Homeownership
56%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
17.6%
Community Profile
Durant has a median household income of $54,576. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $188,100, with a median rent of $916/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.6%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Oklahoma
- Elementary
- 6
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 2
- Other
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Durant, Oklahoma
How many schools are in Durant, Oklahoma?
Durant has 13 schools, including 12 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Durant, Oklahoma?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Durant is 5.9 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 Durant, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked school in Durant on MySchoolScout is Rock Creek ES with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Durant, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked elementary school in Durant on MySchoolScout is Rock Creek ES with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Durant, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked middle school in Durant on MySchoolScout is Durant Intermediate ES with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best high school in Durant, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked high school in Durant on MySchoolScout is Durant HS with a composite score of 7.1/10.
How many school districts serve Durant, Oklahoma?
Durant is served by 3 school districts: Durant, Silo, Rock Creek.
What is the education level in Durant, Oklahoma?
According to Census data, 29% of adults in Durant have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Durant, Oklahoma?
The median household income in Durant is approximately $54,576 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Durant, Oklahoma?
Yes, Durant has 1 private school alongside 12 public schools. The top-rated private school is Victory Life Academy with a score of 5.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Durant, Oklahoma?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Durant is 16.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Durant, 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.