Olive ES

OLIVE ES is a small, rural elementary school located in Drumright, Oklahoma. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of 130 students and employs 8 full-time equivalent teachers, resulting in a student-teacher ratio of 16.2:1. While Olive ES's MySchoolScout rating is 3.3 out of 10 and its state ranking places it at 7th percentile among Oklahoma schools, the school community focuses on providing support for students' development and growth.

On academic assessments, ELA/Reading proficiency stands at 14% across all grades, and Math proficiency comes in at 9%. These numbers indicate areas where Olive ES is working to improve its curriculum and teaching strategies to better serve its students. The rural setting of the school offers a close-knit community atmosphere, making it a place where teachers know each student well and can provide individualized attention and support.

With an enrollment of 130 students, Olive ES is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

While current test scores at Olive ES are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Olive ES may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.