Excellent
#41 of 1,750 schools in OK
Top 2% in state
Will Rogers ES
Elementary School · MCALESTER
Post Office Box 1027, Mcalester, OK 74502
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#41 of 1,750
In Mcalester
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
MCALESTER
Academic performance
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Will Rogers ES
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About Will Rogers ES
Will Rogers ES is a public elementary school in Mcalester, OK, part of MCALESTER. Will Rogers ES serves approximately 539 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Will Rogers ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #41 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for Will Rogers ES show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- OK avg 6.0
Score Breakdown
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Will Rogers ES — Students at Will Rogers ES score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OK EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 8.5/10.
How Will Rogers ES Compares
See how Will Rogers 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 1027, Mcalester, OK 74502
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Will Rogers ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CROWDER ES (rated 7.8/10, 15.2 miles away, in nearby Crowder), a more accessible option. Another option is Jones Academy (rated 7.6/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Hartshorne), a more accessible option. Additionally, KIOWA ES (rated 7.3/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby Kiowa), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mcalester, see our Mcalester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MCALESTER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mcalester | 1.1 mi | — |
| PARKER INTERMEDIATE CTR Mcalester | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| MCALESTER HS Mcalester | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| KREBS PUBLIC SCHOOL Krebs | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| FRINK-CHAMBERS PUBLIC SCHOOL Mcalester | 3.2 mi | 6.6 |
| SAVANNA ES Savanna | 7.9 mi | 6.8 |
| SAVANNA HS Savanna | 7.9 mi | 8.3 |
| TANNEHILL PUBLIC SCHOOL Mcalester | 8.1 mi | 4.3 |
| HAILEYVILLE ES Haileyville | 11.1 mi | 7.0 |
| HAILEYVILLE HS Haileyville | 11.1 mi | 8.0 |
| HAYWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOL Mcalester | 11.0 mi | 5.0 |
| HARTSHORNE HS Hartshorne | 11.9 mi | 7.2 |
| HARTSHORNE MS Hartshorne | 11.9 mi | 6.3 |
| HARTSHORNE ES Hartshorne | 12.2 mi | 5.1 |
| PITTSBURG ES Pittsburg | 15.0 mi | 5.0 |
| PITTSBURG HS Pittsburg | 15.0 mi | 5.1 |
| CROWDER ES Crowder | 15.2 mi | 7.8 |
| CROWDER HS Crowder | 15.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Jones Academy Hartshorne | 13.7 mi | 7.6 |
| KIOWA ES Kiowa | 15.8 mi | 7.3 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALTUS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Altus, OK | 8.8 |
| HERALD ES Collinsville, OK | 8.8 |
| ALTUS PRIMARY SCHOOL Altus, OK | 9.0 |
| JAY ES Jay, OK | 9.0 |
| COUNTRY LANE PRIMARY ES Broken Arrow, OK | 8.6 |
| PERKINS-TRYON ES Perkins, OK | 9.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Will Rogers ES
What grades does Will Rogers ES serve?
Will Rogers ES serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Will Rogers ES?
Will Rogers ES has an enrollment of approximately 539 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Will Rogers ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Will Rogers ES is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Will Rogers ES rank in OK?
Will Rogers ES ranks #41 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is Will Rogers ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Will Rogers ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Will Rogers ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Will Rogers ES has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Will Rogers ES a charter school?
No, Will Rogers ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Will Rogers ES a Title I school?
No, Will Rogers ES is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Will Rogers ES?
75.5% of students at Will Rogers 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
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 539
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Pittsburg County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.3%
- Phone
- (918) 423-4542
Resources & Links
District
MCALESTER- District Enrollment
- 2,991
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,325
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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