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#525 of 1,750 schools in OK
Top 30% in state
Based on limited data
Poteau Primary ES
Elementary School · POTEAU
100 Mockingbird Lane, Poteau, OK 74953
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on OK statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#525 of 1,750
In Poteau
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
POTEAU
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Poteau Primary ES
Elementary School in Poteau · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Poteau Upper ES
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About Poteau Primary ES
Poteau Primary ES is a public elementary school in Poteau, OK, part of POTEAU. Poteau Primary ES serves approximately 437 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Poteau Primary ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #525 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- OK avg 6.0
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Poteau Primary ES Compares
See how Poteau Primary ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
100 Mockingbird Lane, Poteau, OK 74953
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Poteau Primary ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MONROE PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Monroe), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOWE ES (rated 6.2/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Howe), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CAMERON ES (rated 5.6/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Cameron), a more accessible option. For more schools in Poteau, see our Poteau schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| POTEAU UPPER ES Poteau | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| POTEAU HS Poteau | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| 7TH AND 8TH GRADE ACADEMIC CTR Poteau | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| PANSY KIDD MS Poteau | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| SHADY POINT PUBLIC SCHOOL Shady Point | 3.9 mi | 3.7 |
| PANAMA MS Panama | 6.8 mi | 3.3 |
| PANAMA HS Panama | 6.9 mi | 8.2 |
| PANAMA ES Panama | 7.1 mi | 5.5 |
| CAMERON ES Cameron | 6.7 mi | 5.6 |
| CAMERON HS Cameron | 6.8 mi | 7.2 |
| HOWE ES Howe | 8.6 mi | 6.2 |
| HOWE HS Howe | 8.6 mi | 8.3 |
| WISTER ES Wister | 9.1 mi | 5.2 |
| WISTER HS Wister | 9.1 mi | 6.7 |
| MONROE PUBLIC SCHOOL Monroe | 9.1 mi | 8.1 |
| SPIRO HS Spiro | 11.1 mi | 6.2 |
| SPIRO MS Spiro | 11.1 mi | 6.3 |
| SPIRO ES Spiro | 11.1 mi | 4.9 |
| BOKOSHE ES Bokoshe | 11.7 mi | 4.0 |
| BOKOSHE HS Bokoshe | 11.7 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 74953 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,625
Median Home Value
$174,400
Median Rent
$796/mo
Population
12,284
College Educated
19.3%
Homeownership
67.8%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
16.7%
Median Age
36.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ADAMS ES Enid, OK | 6.8 |
| ARAPAHO-BUTLER ES Arapaho, OK | 6.8 |
| BETHEL ES Shawnee, OK | 6.8 |
| CHARLES EVANS ES Ardmore, OK | 6.8 |
| EDISON ES Bristow, OK | 6.8 |
| HARVEST HILLS ES Oklahoma City, OK | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Poteau Primary ES
What grades does Poteau Primary ES serve?
Poteau Primary ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Poteau Primary ES?
Poteau Primary ES has an enrollment of approximately 437 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Poteau Primary ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Poteau Primary ES is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Poteau Primary ES rank in OK?
Poteau Primary ES ranks #525 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is Poteau Primary ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Poteau Primary ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Poteau Primary ES a charter school?
No, Poteau Primary ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Poteau Primary ES a Title I school?
No, Poteau Primary ES is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Poteau Primary ES?
76.4% of students at Poteau Primary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 437
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Le Flore County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.8%
- Phone
- (918) 647-7780
Resources & Links
District
POTEAU- District Enrollment
- 2,187
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,847
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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