Best Schools in Stillwater, Oklahoma
11 schools · 7 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 2 Other
Choosing a school in Stillwater?
Use this page to compare every school in Stillwater by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Richmond ES
Elementary · Stillwater. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Westwood ES
Elementary · Stillwater. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Will Rogers ES
Elementary · Stillwater. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Stillwater for 2026 are Richmond ES (8.0/10), Westwood ES (7.6/10), and Will Rogers ES (7.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 11 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
9 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$234,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
11
9 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$234,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 8.0/10 despite 42% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 0.9 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 Stillwater schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +19.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Stillwater schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Stillwater
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (11 of 11). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Richmond ES | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Westwood ES | 7.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Will Rogers ES | 7.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Sangre Ridge ES | 7.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Stillwater HS | 7.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Skyline ES | 7.0 / 10 |
| 7 | Stillwater MS | 6.9 / 10 |
| 8 | Highland Park ES | 6.8 / 10 |
| 9 | Covenant Community Christian School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 10 | Stillwater Christian School | 5.8 / 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
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $47,893
- Median home value
- $234,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 50%
- Avg commute
- 17 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 45%
55% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Stillwater compares
Oklahoma rank
#46 of 223
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Oklahoma avg (6.2)
Median household income
$48k
79% of Oklahoma median
Schools in this city
11
About Schools in Stillwater, Oklahoma
Stillwater's public school system covers 9 ranked schools serving the city across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The city's average school score sits at 6.8 out of 10 — a solid baseline — with 3 of 9 schools, or 33%, clearing the 7-point mark that signals strong academic performance. That's a meaningful concentration of high performers for a city of this size, but the spread between best and rest is wide enough to make school-zone research essential.
Richmond Elementary leads the district by a wide margin, scoring 9.3 out of 10. That puts it well above the district average and makes it the standout choice for families with younger children. Sangre Ridge Elementary follows at 8.2, and Stillwater High School rounds out the top tier at 8.0 — a meaningful combination for families who want both a strong elementary start and a competitive secondary path within the same district.
The middle tier includes Skyline Elementary at 6.5 and Stillwater Junior High at 6.2. Both schools trail the top performers by a meaningful gap. The spread across Stillwater's elementaries alone is significant: nearly 3 points separate Richmond ES at the top from Skyline lower down. That gap translates directly to different academic environments within the same city limits.
For parents comparing options, Stillwater's 6.8 district average reflects a system with real standouts and a few schools still closing ground. Elementary placement carries the most weight here — Richmond ES at 9.3 is the clearest asset in the portfolio, and families zoned to it start with a measurable advantage. Families in other zones aren't without strong options; Sangre Ridge at 8.2 holds its own, and Stillwater High's 8.0 score suggests the district sustains that academic momentum through graduation. The practical takeaway: check your address early. In Stillwater, geography shapes your school options considerably, and the difference between zones is significant.
Elementary Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 363 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.0 | ||
| 2 | 628 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.6 | ||
| 3 | 473 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.3 | ||
| 4 | 498 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.1 | ||
| 5 | 390 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.0 | ||
| 6 | 543 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.8 | ||
| 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 | Stillwater Christian School
Private
132 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.8 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 849 students · 6th–7th | 6.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,339 students · 10th–12th | 7.1 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 936 students · 8th–9th | 5.1 | ||
| 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 | 93 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.1 | ||
Schools in Stillwater
Stillwater, Oklahoma · 11 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$47,893
Median Home Value
$234,100
Median Rent
$949/mo
Population
58,627
College Educated
50%
Homeownership
45%
Avg Commute
17 min
Poverty Rate
25.1%
Community Profile
Stillwater has a median household income of $47,893. It is a well-educated community where 50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $234,100, with a median rent of $949/month. The area has a poverty rate of 25.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 17 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Oklahoma
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 2
Resources
School District
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 Stillwater, Oklahoma
How many schools are in Stillwater, Oklahoma?
Stillwater has 11 schools, including 9 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Stillwater, Oklahoma?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Stillwater is 6.8 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 Stillwater, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked school in Stillwater on MySchoolScout is Richmond ES with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Stillwater, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked elementary school in Stillwater on MySchoolScout is Richmond ES with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Stillwater, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked middle school in Stillwater on MySchoolScout is Stillwater MS with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best high school in Stillwater, Oklahoma?
The top-ranked high school in Stillwater on MySchoolScout is Stillwater HS with a composite score of 7.1/10.
How many school districts serve Stillwater, Oklahoma?
Stillwater is served by 1 school district: Stillwater.
What is the education level in Stillwater, Oklahoma?
According to Census data, 50% of adults in Stillwater have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Stillwater, Oklahoma?
The median household income in Stillwater is approximately $47,893 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Stillwater, Oklahoma?
Yes, Stillwater has 2 private schools alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is Covenant Community Christian School with a score of 6.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Stillwater, Oklahoma?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Stillwater is 15.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Stillwater, 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.