For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,956 students in 74502, OK.
The top ranked public schools in 74502, OK are Emerson Elementary School, Parker Intermediate Center and Will Rogers Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 74502 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Oklahoma public school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 28% statewide average). Schools in 74502, OK have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Oklahoma public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Oklahoma public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Best 74502, OK Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Emerson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
301 East Van Buren
Mcalester, OK 74502
(918) 423-6465
Mcalester, OK 74502
(918) 423-6465
Grades: 1-4
| 217 students
Rank: #22.
Parker Intermediate Center
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1310 North 6th Street
Mcalester, OK 74502
(918) 423-4647
Mcalester, OK 74502
(918) 423-4647
Grades: 5-6
| 411 students
Rank: #33.
Will Rogers Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1200 East South Street
Mcalester, OK 74502
(918) 423-4542
Mcalester, OK 74502
(918) 423-4542
Grades: 1-4
| 410 students
Rank: #44.
Edmond Doyle Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
520 East Smith
Mcalester, OK 74502
(918) 423-0588
Mcalester, OK 74502
(918) 423-0588
Grades: 1-4
| 168 students
Rank: #55.
Mcalester High School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1 Buffalo Drive
Mcalester, OK 74502
(918) 423-4776
Mcalester, OK 74502
(918) 423-4776
Grades: 9-12
| 957 students
Rank: #66.
Puterbaugh Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1100 East South Street
Mcalester, OK 74502
(918) 423-5445
Mcalester, OK 74502
(918) 423-5445
Grades: 7-8
| 439 students
Rank: n/an/a
Jefferson Ec Center
Magnet School
501 South C Street
Mcalester, OK 74502
(918) 423-5963
Mcalester, OK 74502
(918) 423-5963
Grades: PK
| 168 students
Rank: n/an/a
William Gay Ec Center
Magnet School
600 West Madison
Mcalester, OK 74502
(918) 423-6229
Mcalester, OK 74502
(918) 423-6229
Grades: K
| 186 students
74502, Oklahoma Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Po Box 1027
Mcalester, OK 74502
(918) 423-3395
Mcalester, OK 74502
(918) 423-3395
Grades: PK-K
| 108 students
700 South 6th Street
Mcalester, OK 74502
(918) 423-0265
Mcalester, OK 74502
(918) 423-0265
Grades: K
| 124 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 74502, OK?
The top ranked public schools in 74502, OK include Emerson Elementary School, Parker Intermediate Center and Will Rogers Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 74502?
8 public schools are located in 74502.
What is the racial composition of students in 74502?
74502 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Oklahoma public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
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