Best Schools in Pawnee, Oklahoma
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Pawnee by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Pawnee HS
High · Pawnee. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Pawnee MS
Middle · Pawnee. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Pawnee ES
Elementary · Pawnee. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Pawnee for 2026 are Pawnee HS (6.8/10), Pawnee MS (6.8/10), and Pawnee ES (6.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$111,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$111,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +19.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Pawnee schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Pawnee
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
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
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $50,600
- Median home value
- $111,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 20%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Pawnee compares
Oklahoma rank
#54 of 223
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Oklahoma avg (6.2)
Median household income
$51k
83% of Oklahoma median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Pawnee, Oklahoma
Pawnee, 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 6.7 out of 10, schools in Pawnee 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 Pawnee is Pawnee HS with a composite score of 6.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Pawnee is served by 1 school district: PAWNEE. These districts collectively serve 631 students.
Pawnee's community shows 20% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $50,600. The poverty rate in the area is 13.1%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 297 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.6 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 131 students · 6th–8th | 6.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 203 students · 9th–12th | 6.8 |
Schools in Pawnee
Pawnee, Oklahoma · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$50,600
Median Home Value
$111,800
Median Rent
$781/mo
Population
3,558
College Educated
20%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Community Profile
Pawnee has a median household income of $50,600. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $111,800, with a median rent of $781/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.1%. The average commute for residents is 24 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 Pawnee, Oklahoma
How many schools are in Pawnee, Oklahoma?
Pawnee has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Pawnee, Oklahoma?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Pawnee is 6.7 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 Pawnee, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked school in Pawnee on MySchoolScout is Pawnee HS with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Pawnee, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked elementary school in Pawnee on MySchoolScout is Pawnee ES with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Pawnee, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked middle school in Pawnee on MySchoolScout is Pawnee MS with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best high school in Pawnee, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked high school in Pawnee on MySchoolScout is Pawnee HS with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Pawnee, Oklahoma?
Pawnee is served by 1 school district: Pawnee.
What is the education level in Pawnee, Oklahoma?
According to Census data, 20% of adults in Pawnee have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Pawnee, Oklahoma?
The median household income in Pawnee is approximately $50,600 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Pawnee, Oklahoma?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Pawnee is 16.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Pawnee, 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.