For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 683 students in 74940, OK.
The top ranked public schools in 74940, OK are Howe High School and Howe Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 74940 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Oklahoma public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 27% statewide average). Schools in 74940, OK have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Oklahoma public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Oklahoma public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Best 74940, OK Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Howe High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
21444 E N Railroad Street
Howe, OK 74940
(918) 658-3368
Howe, OK 74940
(918) 658-3368
Grades: 9-12
| 217 students
Rank: #22.
Howe Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
21444 E N Railroad Street
Howe, OK 74940
(918) 658-3508
Howe, OK 74940
(918) 658-3508
Grades: PK-8
| 466 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 74940, OK?
The top ranked public schools in 74940, OK include Howe High School and Howe Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 74940?
2 public schools are located in 74940.
What is the racial composition of students in 74940?
74940 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Oklahoma public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
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