For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 522 students in 74538, OK.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 74538, OK are Cottonwood Public School and Emerson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 74538 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Oklahoma public elementary school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 26% statewide average). Elementary schools in 74538, OK have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Oklahoma public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Oklahoma public elementary school average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Best 74538, OK Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cottonwood Public School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
38286 Lubbis St
Coalgate, OK 74538
(580) 927-3907
Coalgate, OK 74538
(580) 927-3907
Gr: PK-8 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Emerson Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
111 Fox Ave
Coalgate, OK 74538
(580) 927-2351
Coalgate, OK 74538
(580) 927-2351
Gr: PK-6 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 74538, OK?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 74538, OK include Cottonwood Public School and Emerson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 74538?
2 public elementary schools are located in 74538.
What is the racial composition of students in 74538?
74538 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Oklahoma public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
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