Okfuskee County Schools & Education
Okfuskee County, Oklahoma
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
35/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
86.3%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
86.3%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 84.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,081
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,520
School Score
35/100
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
#23
of 77 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Okfuskee County
School Verdict
Okfuskee County faces educational challenges with a school score of 35/100 and a graduation rate of 86.3%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $7,081 per pupil, Okfuskee County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Okfuskee County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 25% above the Oklahoma average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 2.0 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 9% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Okfuskee County, Oklahoma
Small Rural Schools Across Five Districts
Okfuskee County manages 12 public schools serving a student body of 1,718. The infrastructure includes six elementary schools and four high schools spread across five local districts.
High Investment and Strong Outcomes
The county invests $7,081 per pupil, which is significantly higher than the Oklahoma average of $6,520. This investment correlates with a graduation rate of 86.3% and a school score of 51.8, both of which exceed state averages.
Okemah and Weleetka District Insights
Okemah is the primary district, serving 725 students across four schools, while Weleetka serves 382. There are no charter schools in the county, maintaining a focus on traditional, district-run education.
Quiet Rural Classrooms and Small Sizes
Ten of the 12 schools in the county are rural, contributing to a very small average school size of 143 students. Oakes Elementary in Okemah is the largest school in the county, yet it only enrolls 245 students.
Seeking Success in a Rural Setting
Families seeking small class sizes and higher-than-average per-pupil spending should look toward Okemah and Mason. These districts offer a personalized educational experience that is a primary draw for local homebuyers.
School Overview
Total Schools
12
in Okfuskee County
Total Enrollment
1,718
students
School Districts
5
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
5 School Districts in Okfuskee County
OKEMAH
WELEETKA
MASON
PADEN
BEARDEN
12 Public Schools in Okfuskee County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OAKES ES | OKEMAH | PK–3 | Primary | 245 |
| SPENCE MEMORIAL ES | WELEETKA | PK–6 | Primary | 205 |
| OKEMAH HS | OKEMAH | 9–12 | High | 198 |
| MASON ES | MASON | PK–8 | Primary | 181 |
| OKEMAH MS | OKEMAH | 6–8 | Middle | 162 |
| PADEN ES | PADEN | PK–8 | Primary | 153 |
| BEARDEN PUBLIC SCHOOL | BEARDEN | PK–8 | Primary | 140 |
| OKEMAH NOBLE CTR | OKEMAH | 4–5 | Primary | 120 |
| WELEETKA HS | WELEETKA | 10–12 | High | 102 |
| WELEETKA JHS | WELEETKA | 7–9 | Middle | 75 |
| MASON HS | MASON | 9–12 | High | 74 |
| PADEN HS | PADEN | 9–12 | High | 63 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,081
State avg $6,520
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Schools in Okfuskee County, Oklahoma — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Okfuskee County, Oklahoma?
Okfuskee County manages 12 public schools serving a student body of 1,718. The infrastructure includes six elementary schools and four high schools spread across five local districts.
How do schools in Okfuskee County perform academically?
The county invests $7,081 per pupil, which is significantly higher than the Oklahoma average of $6,520. This investment correlates with a graduation rate of 86.3% and a school score of 51.8, both of which exceed state averages.
What are the major school districts in Okfuskee County, Oklahoma?
Okemah is the primary district, serving 725 students across four schools, while Weleetka serves 382. There are no charter schools in the county, maintaining a focus on traditional, district-run education.
What is the school experience like in Okfuskee County?
Ten of the 12 schools in the county are rural, contributing to a very small average school size of 143 students. Oakes Elementary in Okemah is the largest school in the county, yet it only enrolls 245 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in Okfuskee County, Oklahoma?
Families seeking small class sizes and higher-than-average per-pupil spending should look toward Okemah and Mason. These districts offer a personalized educational experience that is a primary draw for local homebuyers.
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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.