Dewey County Schools & Education
Dewey County, Oklahoma
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
43/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
80.9%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
80.9%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 84.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,724
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,520
School Score
43/100
Higher = better
State avg 28/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#13
of 77 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Dewey County
School Verdict
Dewey County has average school quality (score: 43/100) with a graduation rate of 80.9%, indicating room for improvement in student outcomes.
Funding Context
Dewey County spends $8,724 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Dewey County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 55% above the Oklahoma average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 3.4 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 34% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Dewey County, Oklahoma
Intimate Rural Education Infrastructure
Dewey County manages a small but effective network of nine public schools across four districts. The system serves 1,059 students through four elementary schools, one middle school, and four high schools.
High Investment and Competitive Scores
Dewey County invests $8,724 per pupil, significantly more than the state average of $6,520. The graduation rate is 80.9%, and the county achieves a school score of 52.5, which is higher than the state median of 49.5.
The Seiling School District Spotlight
Seiling is the largest district, enrolling 439 students across its three local campuses. There are no charter schools in Dewey County, ensuring all 1,059 students are served by traditional local districts.
A Purely Rural School Experience
Every school in the county is classified as rural, offering an exceptionally small average school size of 118 students. Seiling Elementary is the largest school with 271 students, while Taloga schools offer even smaller, focused environments.
Experience Personalized Rural Schooling
If you are looking for a community where every teacher knows every student, Dewey County's rural districts are hard to beat. Research homes in Seiling or Vici to find a quiet lifestyle paired with strong per-pupil funding.
School Overview
Total Schools
9
in Dewey County
Total Enrollment
1,059
students
School Districts
4
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
4 School Districts in Dewey County
SEILING
VICI
LEEDEY
TALOGA
9 Public Schools in Dewey County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEILING ES | SEILING | PK–6 | Primary | 271 |
| VICI ES | VICI | PK–8 | Primary | 208 |
| LEEDEY ES | LEEDEY | PK–8 | Primary | 151 |
| VICI HS | VICI | 9–12 | High | 88 |
| SEILING JR-SR HS (JR) | SEILING | 7–9 | Middle | 86 |
| SEILING JR-SR HS (SR) | SEILING | 10–12 | High | 82 |
| TALOGA ES | TALOGA | PK–8 | Primary | 81 |
| LEEDEY HS | LEEDEY | 9–12 | High | 66 |
| TALOGA HS | TALOGA | 9–12 | High | 26 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$8,724
State avg $6,520
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Dewey County, Oklahoma — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Dewey County, Oklahoma?
Dewey County manages a small but effective network of nine public schools across four districts. The system serves 1,059 students through four elementary schools, one middle school, and four high schools.
How do schools in Dewey County perform academically?
Dewey County invests $8,724 per pupil, significantly more than the state average of $6,520. The graduation rate is 80.9%, and the county achieves a school score of 52.5, which is higher than the state median of 49.5.
What are the major school districts in Dewey County, Oklahoma?
Seiling is the largest district, enrolling 439 students across its three local campuses. There are no charter schools in Dewey County, ensuring all 1,059 students are served by traditional local districts.
What is the school experience like in Dewey County?
Every school in the county is classified as rural, offering an exceptionally small average school size of 118 students. Seiling Elementary is the largest school with 271 students, while Taloga schools offer even smaller, focused environments.
How can I find homes near good schools in Dewey County, Oklahoma?
If you are looking for a community where every teacher knows every student, Dewey County's rural districts are hard to beat. Research homes in Seiling or Vici to find a quiet lifestyle paired with strong per-pupil funding.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.