Elementary Schools in McAlester

The elementary schools located in McAlester, Oklahoma serve a diverse student population across five institutions, with a mix of high-performing and economically challenged schools. The standout schools are Edmond Doyle Elementary School and Emerson Elementary School, which have consistently ranked among the top elementary schools in the state and outperformed the McAlester and Oklahoma averages in academic proficiency.

The schools serve diverse student populations, with minority students making up between 50% and 65% of the enrollment. However, the high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 59% to 83%, suggest that many students come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. This socioeconomic challenge may impact the resources and support available to these schools, as evidenced by the variation in per-student spending, which ranges from $7,200 to $9,867 across the five institutions.

Despite these challenges, the data indicates that Edmond Doyle Elementary School and Emerson Elementary School have maintained strong academic performance and statewide rankings, suggesting that they are effectively addressing the needs of their diverse student populations. These schools serve as models for the other elementary schools in the McAlester area, and their strategies and best practices could be valuable for improving educational outcomes across the district.