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#87 of 1,747 schools in OK

Top 5% in state

Horace Mann ES

Elementary School · DUNCAN

Post Office Box 1548, Duncan, OK 73534

Enrollment

348

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Duncan

#1 of 11

public schools

Oklahoma elementary schools

#50 of 915

In district

#1 of 8

DUNCAN

Academic growth

9.1 / 10

Exceptional

About Horace Mann ES

Horace Mann ES is a public elementary school in Duncan, OK, part of the DUNCAN. The school serves approximately 348 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 15.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 95.1th percentile among OK schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 36% proficiency in math and 33% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.1/10). The school is situated in a distant town setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+1.46 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendImproving
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42%
Reading/ELA Proficiency32%
Overall Proficiency37%
Expected (poverty-adj.)26%
vs. Expected+11.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment6.5Above Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,861

Horace Mann ES — Students at Horace Mann ES score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 36.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 33.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from OK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
30%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
32%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Horace Mann ES Compares

See how Horace Mann ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
95th percentile in OK
Academic
8.9/10
8.9/10
Growth
9.1/10
Above average
Environment
6.5/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers

Location

Post Office Box 1548, Duncan, OK 73534

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Horace Mann ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EMPIRE ES (rated 7.9/10, 5.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is EMERSON ES (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PLATO ES (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Duncan, see our Duncan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.4 mi
School Distance Rating
DUNCAN HS Duncan 0.4 mi 5.9
DUNCAN MS Duncan 0.6 mi 5.7
MARK TWAIN ES Duncan 0.8 mi 5.8
WILL ROGERS PRE-K CTR Duncan 0.8 mi 6.2
EMERSON ES Duncan 1.0 mi 7.7
PLATO ES Duncan 1.7 mi 7.2
WOODROW WILSON ES Duncan 2.3 mi 6.1
EMPIRE ES Duncan 5.8 mi 7.9
EMPIRE MS Duncan 5.8 mi 4.2
EMPIRE HS Duncan 5.8 mi 8.0
MARLOW ES Marlow 8.8 mi 6.7
MARLOW MS Marlow 8.9 mi 4.8
MARLOW HS Marlow 9.0 mi 8.2
CENTRAL HIGH ES Marlow 9.1 mi 5.6
CENTRAL HIGH HS Marlow 9.1 mi 4.5
CENTRAL HIGH MS Marlow 9.1 mi 3.7
COMANCHE ES Comanche 10.5 mi 7.2
COMANCHE HS Comanche 10.6 mi 7.3
COMANCHE MS Comanche 10.7 mi 5.4
GRANDVIEW PUBLIC SCHOOL Comanche 12.4 mi 4.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CHEYENNE ES Cheyenne, OK 8.5
HOLLY CREEK PUBLIC SCHOOL Broken Bow, OK 8.5
HYDRO-EAKLY ES Hydro, OK 8.5
MAYO DEMONSTRATION ES Tulsa, OK 8.5
TIMBERLAKE ES Jet, OK 8.5
WAURIKA ES Waurika, OK 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Horace Mann ES

What grades does Horace Mann ES serve?

Horace Mann ES serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Horace Mann ES?

Horace Mann ES has an enrollment of approximately 348 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Horace Mann ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Horace Mann ES is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Horace Mann ES rank in OK?

Horace Mann ES is ranked #87 out of 1,747 schools in OK.

What is Horace Mann ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Horace Mann ES has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Horace Mann ES?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Horace Mann ES has 36.0% math proficiency and 33.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Horace Mann ES a charter school?

No, Horace Mann ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Horace Mann ES a Title I school?

No, Horace Mann ES is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Horace Mann ES?

70.7% of students at Horace Mann ES 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
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (2,442/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Duncan). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Stephens County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

DUNCAN
District Enrollment
3,316
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,866
District Rank
#1 of 8

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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