Best Schools in Muskogee, Oklahoma
19 schools · 10 Elementary · 3 Middle · 3 High · 3 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Muskogee by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Hilldale MS
Middle · Hilldale. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Irving ES
Elementary · Muskogee. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Hilldale HS
High · Hilldale. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Muskogee for 2026 are Hilldale MS (7.0/10), Irving ES (6.6/10), and Hilldale HS (6.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 13 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
19
16 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$133,850
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
19
16 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$133,850
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 6.6/10 despite 94% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.8 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 Muskogee schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +16.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Muskogee schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Muskogee
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 13 rated schools; 19 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hilldale MS | 7.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Irving ES | 6.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Hilldale HS | 6.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Sadler Arts Academy | 6.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Muskogee HS | 6.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Oklahoma Schl for the Blind HS | 5.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Hilldale Lower ES | 5.5 / 10 |
| 8 | 6th and 7th Grade Academy | 5.2 / 10 |
| 9 | Cherokee ES | 4.8 / 10 |
| 10 | 8th and 9th Grade Academy | 4.6 / 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
- 5.5/10
- Median household income
- $48,469
- Median home value
- $133,850
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Avg commute
- 20 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 60%
13% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Muskogee compares
Oklahoma rank
#198 of 223
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Oklahoma avg (6.2)
Median household income
$48k
80% of Oklahoma median
Schools in this city
16
Muskogee runs 63% of Muskogee's public schools
Muskogee touches 3 districts, but Muskogee is the one most addresses actually attend.
Muskogee accounts for 10 of 16 public schools (63%). The other 2 districts hold the remaining 6.
Among 13 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.5 to 7.0 — the spread is inside Muskogee, not a citywide average.
- Muskogee10 public · 63%
- Hilldale3 public · 19%
- Oklahoma School For the Blind3 public · 19%
About Schools in Muskogee, Oklahoma
Muskogee, Oklahoma is home to 19 schools, including 16 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 10 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Muskogee show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Muskogee is St Joseph Catholic School with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Muskogee is served by 3 school districts: OKLAHOMA SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND, HILLDALE, MUSKOGEE. These districts collectively serve 6,934 students.
Muskogee's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $48,469. The poverty rate in the area is 24.1%.
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
10 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 395 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.6 | ||
| 2 | 423 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.3 | ||
| 3 | 991 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.5 | ||
| 4 | 360 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.8 | ||
| 5 | 413 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.7 | ||
| 6 | 304 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.6 | ||
| 7 | 397 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.5 | ||
| 8 | 20 students · Pre-K–5th | — | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Joseph Catholic SchoolPrivate 69 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 16 students · Kindergarten–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 444 students · 6th–8th | 7.0 |
| 2 | 544 students · 6th–7th | 5.2 |
| 3 | 19 students · 6th–8th | — |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 580 students · 9th–12th | 6.4 |
| 2 | 1,026 students · 9th–12th | 6.0 |
| 3 | 46 students · 9th–12th | 5.7 |
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 283 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 4.9 | ||
| 2 | 689 students · 8th–9th | 4.6 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Blvd Christian SchoolPrivate 43 students · 2nd–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Muskogee
Muskogee, Oklahoma · 19 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$48,469
Median Home Value
$133,850
Median Rent
$834/mo
Population
45,214
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
24.1%
Community Profile
Muskogee has a median household income of $48,469. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $133,850, with a median rent of $834/month. The area has a poverty rate of 24.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Oklahoma
- Elementary
- 10
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 3
- Other
- 3
Resources
Other Major Cities in Oklahoma
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Muskogee, Oklahoma
How many schools are in Muskogee, Oklahoma?
Muskogee has 19 schools, including 16 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Muskogee, Oklahoma?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Muskogee is 5.5 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 Muskogee, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked school in Muskogee on MySchoolScout is Hilldale MS with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Muskogee, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked elementary school in Muskogee on MySchoolScout is Irving ES with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Muskogee, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked middle school in Muskogee on MySchoolScout is Hilldale MS with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best high school in Muskogee, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked high school in Muskogee on MySchoolScout is Hilldale HS with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Muskogee, Oklahoma?
Muskogee is served by 3 school districts: Oklahoma School for the Blind, Hilldale, Muskogee.
What is the education level in Muskogee, Oklahoma?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Muskogee have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Muskogee, Oklahoma?
The median household income in Muskogee is approximately $48,469 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Muskogee, Oklahoma?
Yes, Muskogee has 3 private schools alongside 16 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Joseph Catholic School with a score of 7.7/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Muskogee, Oklahoma?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Muskogee is 17.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Muskogee, 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.