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Frink-chambers Public School

Elementary School · FRINK-CHAMBERS

485 Frink Rd, Mcalester, OK 74501

Enrollment

404

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#600 of 1,750

In Mcalester

#2 of 6

public schools

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Frink-chambers Public School

6.6/10

Elementary School in Mcalester · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Frink-chambers Public School

Frink-chambers Public School is a public elementary school in Mcalester, OK, part of FRINK-CHAMBERS. Frink-chambers Public School serves approximately 404 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Frink-chambers Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #600 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Frink-chambers Public School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above OK schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • OK avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected+13.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,458
Chronic Absenteeism10.4%

Frink-chambers Public School — Students at Frink-chambers Public School score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 52.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 62 test records from OK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
75%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
78%
2015
Math
76%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
49%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
52%
ELA
66.7%
2025
Math
40.6%
ELA
46.1%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.6/10.

How Frink-chambers Public School Compares

See how Frink-chambers Public School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
66th percentile in OK
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
62%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

485 Frink Rd, Mcalester, OK 74501

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Frink-chambers Public School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILL ROGERS ES (rated 8.8/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CROWDER ES (rated 7.8/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby Crowder), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jones Academy (rated 7.6/10, 15.3 miles away, in nearby Hartshorne), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mcalester, see our Mcalester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.3 mi
School Distance Rating
MCALESTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mcalester 2.3 mi
WILL ROGERS ES Mcalester 3.2 mi 8.8
PARKER INTERMEDIATE CTR Mcalester 4.9 mi 6.1
SAVANNA ES Savanna 4.6 mi 6.8
SAVANNA HS Savanna 4.6 mi 8.3
MCALESTER HS Mcalester 4.9 mi 6.1
KREBS PUBLIC SCHOOL Krebs 5.1 mi 4.8
TANNEHILL PUBLIC SCHOOL Mcalester 9.3 mi 4.3
HAYWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOL Mcalester 9.0 mi 5.0
PITTSBURG ES Pittsburg 11.9 mi 5.0
PITTSBURG HS Pittsburg 11.9 mi 5.1
KIOWA ES Kiowa 12.6 mi 7.3
KIOWA HS Kiowa 12.6 mi 9.2
HAILEYVILLE ES Haileyville 12.0 mi 7.0
HAILEYVILLE HS Haileyville 12.0 mi 8.0
HARTSHORNE HS Hartshorne 12.7 mi 7.2
HARTSHORNE MS Hartshorne 12.7 mi 6.3
HARTSHORNE ES Hartshorne 13.2 mi 5.1
Jones Academy Hartshorne 15.3 mi 7.6
CROWDER ES Crowder 18.3 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 74501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,430

Median Home Value

$156,500

Median Rent

$907/mo

Population

28,687

College Educated

20.8%

Homeownership

68.2%

Avg Commute

18.9 min

Poverty Rate

18.6%

Median Age

37.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Frink-chambers Public School

What grades does Frink-chambers Public School serve?

Frink-chambers Public School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Frink-chambers Public School?

Frink-chambers Public School has an enrollment of approximately 404 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Frink-chambers Public School?

The student-teacher ratio at Frink-chambers Public School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Frink-chambers Public School rank in OK?

Frink-chambers Public School ranks #600 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Frink-chambers Public School's MySchoolScout rating?

Frink-chambers Public School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Frink-chambers Public School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Frink-chambers Public School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Frink-chambers Public School a charter school?

No, Frink-chambers Public School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Frink-chambers Public School a Title I school?

No, Frink-chambers Public School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Frink-chambers Public School?

62.4% of students at Frink-chambers Public School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Pittsburg County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.4%

District

FRINK-CHAMBERS
District Enrollment
404
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,458
District Rank
#1 of 1

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