Serving 333 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Whitebead Public School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Whitebead Public School's student population of 333 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Whitebead Public School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitebead Public School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#391 out of 1680 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
9%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
42%
20%
Black
2%
8%
White
36%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitebead Public School's ranking?
Whitebead Public School is ranked #391 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Whitebead Public School often compared to?
Whitebead Public Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elmore City Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Whitebead Public School?
333 students attend Whitebead Public School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Whitebead Public School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whitebead Public School?
Whitebead Public School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Whitebead Public School offer ?
Whitebead Public School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Whitebead Public School part of?
Whitebead Public School is part of Whitebead School District.
School Reviews
5 3/23/2019
I went to the bean supper at Whitebead elementsry school. I was impressed with the heavy turnout. Way to go Whitebead family.
5 3/28/2011
I would like to thank Mrs. Capers, a fifth grade teacher, for encouraging her students to observe and respect nature by participating in Arbor Week. I also would like to thank Miss Savannah Freeman For her wonderful poster. I plan to frame my poster and share it with my family and friends.
Sincerely
Mrs. Devra DiVecchio
Moore,Oklahoma
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