Needs Improvement
#1683 of 1,750 schools in OK
Southwest ES
Elementary School · CLINTON
Post Office Box 729, Clinton, OK 73601
Enrollment
448
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
3.9
Grades
2nd – 4th
Enrollment
448
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
3.9
Grades
2nd – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#1,683 of 1,750
In Clinton
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
CLINTON
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Southwest ES
Elementary School in Clinton · grades 2nd – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Southwest ES
Southwest ES is a public elementary school in Clinton, OK, part of CLINTON. Southwest ES serves approximately 448 students, and covers grades 2nd-4th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwest ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,683 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for Southwest ES show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- OK avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Southwest ES were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Southwest ES — Students at Southwest ES score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)
Based on 40 test records from OK state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 3.4/10.
How Southwest ES Compares
See how Southwest ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
Post Office Box 729, Clinton, OK 73601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwest ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ARAPAHO-BUTLER ES (rated 6.8/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Arapaho), which scores notably higher. Another option is NANCE ES (rated 6.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WILL ROGERS ES (rated 6.7/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby Burns Flat), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clinton, see our Clinton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CLINTON HS Clinton | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| NANCE ES Clinton | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| CLINTON MS Clinton | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| WASHINGTON ES Clinton | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| WESTERN OKLAHOMA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clinton | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| ARAPAHO-BUTLER ES Arapaho | 5.1 mi | 6.8 |
| ARAPAHO-BUTLER HS Arapaho | 5.1 mi | 9.4 |
| CORDELL ES Cordell | 14.6 mi | 5.9 |
| CORDELL HS Cordell | 14.7 mi | 8.8 |
| CORDELL JHS Cordell | 14.8 mi | 5.9 |
| WILL ROGERS ES Burns Flat | 14.6 mi | 6.7 |
| CORN BIBLE ACADEMY Clinton | 14.4 mi | 5.1 |
| BURNS FLAT-DILL CITY HS Burns Flat | 15.3 mi | 8.5 |
| General Thomas P Stafford Elementary Weatherford | 15.1 mi | 6.6 |
| WEATHERFORD MS Weatherford | 15.6 mi | 5.0 |
| East Intermediate School Weatherford | 16.1 mi | 5.5 |
| WEATHERFORD HS Weatherford | 16.5 mi | 7.1 |
| BURCHAM ES Weatherford | 16.9 mi | 5.6 |
| CANUTE ES Canute | 17.9 mi | 4.8 |
| CANUTE HS Canute | 17.9 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 73601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,061
Median Home Value
$118,000
Median Rent
$863/mo
Population
9,489
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
18.3 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
36.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CLEVELAND ES Oklahoma City, OK | 3.9 |
| CREEKWOOD ES Broken Arrow, OK | 3.8 |
| LARKIN BAILEY ES Owasso, OK | 4.0 |
| RIDGECREST ES Midwest City, OK | 4.0 |
| STIGLER ES Stigler, OK | 3.8 |
| WILSON ES Seminole, OK | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwest ES
What grades does Southwest ES serve?
Southwest ES serves students in grades 2nd through 4th.
How many students attend Southwest ES?
Southwest ES has an enrollment of approximately 448 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwest ES is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwest ES rank in OK?
Southwest ES ranks #1,683 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is Southwest ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwest ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Southwest ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southwest ES has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Southwest ES a charter school?
No, Southwest ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southwest ES a Title I school?
No, Southwest ES is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southwest ES?
87.1% of students at Southwest 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
- 2nd – 4th
- Enrollment
- 448
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Custer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.3%
- Phone
- (580) 323-1290
Resources & Links
District
CLINTON- District Enrollment
- 2,029
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,263
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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