7.2 avg / 10

Best Schools in Welch, Oklahoma

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 3

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.2/10

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Use this page to compare every school in Welch by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Elementary · Welch. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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The short answer

The top-rated schools in Welch for 2026 are Welch ES (8.3/10), Welch MS (7.3/10), and Welch HS (5.9/10), 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

in this city

Avg Score

7.2

out of 10

Median Home

$137,000

home value · ACS

District

serving the city

Schools

in this city

Avg Score

7.2

out of 10

Median Home

$137,000

home value · ACS

District

serving the city

Most improved · 2022 → 2024

Welch MS

STAAR proficiency rose +19.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Welch schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Welch

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.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Welch ES	8.3 / 10	Elementary	—	94th
2	Welch MS	7.3 / 10	Middle	—	80th
3	Welch HS	5.9 / 10	High	—	43th

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Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.2/10
Median household income: $56,012
Median home value: $137,000
Bachelor's degree or higher: 14%
Avg commute: 30 min
Owner-occupied homes: 74%

How Welch compares

Oklahoma rank

#22 of 223

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+1.0

above Oklahoma avg (6.2)

Median household income

$56k

92% of Oklahoma median

Schools in this city

About Schools in Welch, Oklahoma

Welch, 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 7.2 out of 10, schools in Welch perform strongly 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 Welch is Welch ES with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Welch is served by 1 school district: WELCH. These districts collectively serve 294 students.

Welch's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $56,012. The poverty rate in the area is 12.0%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (3) Elementary (1) Middle (1) High (1)

Filter by Type: All Types (3) Public (3)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (3) Academics (3) Growth (3) Resources (3)

Filter by ZIP: 74369 (3)

Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Welch ES 139 students · Pre-K–5th	139	Pre-K–5th	8.3

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Welch MS 56 students · 6th–8th	56	6th–8th	7.3

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Welch HS 99 students · 9th–12th	99	9th–12th	5.9

Schools in Welch

Welch, Oklahoma · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$56,012

Median Home Value

$137,000

Median Rent

$675/mo

Population

1,729

College Educated

14%

Homeownership

74%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

12.0%

Community Profile

Welch has a median household income of $56,012. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $137,000, with a median rent of $675/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.0%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: Oklahoma
Elementary: 1
Middle: 1
High: 1

Resources

🔍 Google "Welch schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Welch 📊 Niche Welch Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School District

WELCH

3 schools · 294 students

Nearby Cities

Bluejacket (3 schools)

Wyandotte (4 schools)

Claremore (4 schools)

41 mi

Other Major Cities in Oklahoma

Top metros statewide by school count.

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How we rate schools

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Welch, Oklahoma

How many schools are in Welch, Oklahoma?

Welch has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Welch, Oklahoma?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Welch is 7.2 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 Welch, Oklahoma?

The top-ranked school in Welch on MySchoolScout is Welch ES with a composite score of 8.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in Welch, Oklahoma?

The top-ranked elementary school in Welch on MySchoolScout is Welch ES with a composite score of 8.3/10.

What is the best middle school in Welch, Oklahoma?

The top-ranked middle school in Welch on MySchoolScout is Welch MS with a composite score of 7.3/10.

What is the best high school in Welch, Oklahoma?

The top-ranked high school in Welch on MySchoolScout is Welch HS with a composite score of 5.9/10.

How many school districts serve Welch, Oklahoma?

Welch is served by 1 school district: Welch.

What is the education level in Welch, Oklahoma?

According to Census data, 14% of adults in Welch have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Welch, Oklahoma?

The median household income in Welch is approximately $56,012 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Welch, Oklahoma?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Welch is 12.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Welch, 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.