Tenkiller Public School

Tenkiller Public School is a regular public elementary school located in Welling, Oklahoma, nestled in the heart of Cherokee County. The school serves students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade with an enrollment of 166 students and a student-teacher ratio of 11.9:1. With 14 full-time equivalent teachers on staff, Tenkiller Public School aims to provide personalized attention to each student.

Academically, the school currently has room for growth. According to MySchoolScout’s rating system, it scores a 5.2 out of 10 overall and ranks at #998 among Oklahoma's 1752 schools (43rd percentile). In reading and math proficiency, students demonstrate that there is significant potential for improvement, with only 25% proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 22% proficient or above in Math.

Despite these challenges, the school community is dedicated to student development and continuous improvement. Tenkiller Public School is situated in a rural setting, offering a close-knit atmosphere where students can thrive in a supportive environment.

With an enrollment of 166 students, Tenkiller Public School 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.

Located in a rural area, Tenkiller Public School 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.