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Atoka County

Oklahoma · Public K-12

Across Atoka County, 10 public K-12 schools educate around 2,304 students, roughly 1 in 6 residents. The level mix runs 6 elementary and 4 high.

7-year change in Atoka County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
2,304
+14 (+1%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
10
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
10
6 districts
Enrollment
2,304
NCES CCD
Median income
$54,785
Below Oklahoma avg
Free/reduced lunch
74.8%
Above Oklahoma avg
Elementary
6
1,699 students
Middle
0
schools
High
4
605 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
ATOKA
823 students · 6 districts in Atoka County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Atoka County residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
68%
Hispanic
4%
Black
4%
Asian
0%
Two or more
18%
Native American
9%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
48%
Hispanic
5%
Black
2%
Asian
0%
Two or more
15%
Native American
29%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
16.9%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
12.3%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
4.6%
civilian labor
Median age
41
21.3% under 18

Test scores in Atoka County

Latest 2024-25 ELA proficiency, 3 schools ranked. Oklahoma state average: 30.6%.

Top 3 schools (ELA)
  1. HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOL· 31.5%
  2. ATOKA ES· 30.8%
  3. TUSHKA ES· 28.7%

See all 3 schools in Atoka County ranked by score →

All schools (10)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
ATOKA ESAtokaElementaryPK-08558·
TUSHKA ESAtokaElementaryPK-08338·
ATOKA HSAtokaHigh09-12265·
HARMONY PUBLIC SCHOOLAtokaElementaryPK-08246·
LANE PUBLIC SCHOOLLaneElementaryPK-08229·
TUSHKA HSAtokaHigh09-12176·
STRINGTOWN ESStringtownElementaryPK-08171·
CANEY ESCaneyElementaryPK-08157·
CANEY HSCaneyHigh09-1283·
STRINGTOWN HSStringtownHigh09-1281·

Cities in Atoka County

Atoka5 schoolsCaney2 schoolsStringtown2 schoolsLane1 school

About Atoka County

In Oklahoma, Atoka County is a sparse county of about 14,379 residents. 10 public schools across the county teaches about 2,304 students between them.

Looking at the broader picture, census numbers show median household income runs near $54,785, about 17% of adults have a bachelor's degree or above, and the federal-poverty share is near 12%. That income level is 8% noticeably below the Oklahoma median.

Looking at the level breakdown, Atoka County comprises 6 elementary schools (1,699 students), and 4 high schools (605).

ATOKA dominates the local landscape, accounting for roughly 823 students on its own.

Looking at the last 7 years. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment remained close to its prior level: 2,290 students in SY 2017-18 versus 2,304 in SY 2024-25.

Within the allk12 community for this area, the community for Atoka County discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools serve Atoka County?
There are 10 public K-12 schools in Atoka County, Oklahoma, with a combined enrollment of about 2,304.
How many high schools are in Atoka County?
Atoka County, Oklahoma has 4 public high schools, serving approximately 605 students.
How many elementary schools are in Atoka County?
Atoka County, Oklahoma has 6 public elementary schools, serving approximately 1,699 students.
What is the largest school district in Atoka County?
ATOKA is the largest school district in Atoka County, serving approximately 823 students. The county contains 6 school districts overall.
What is the population of Atoka County?
Atoka County, Oklahoma has a population of approximately 14,379, with a median age of 41. About 21.3% of residents are under 18.
What is the median household income in Atoka County?
Median household income in Atoka County is $54,785, below the Oklahoma average of $59,445. About 12.3% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Atoka County?
Approximately 16.9% of adults 25 and older in Atoka County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Atoka County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 74.8% of students in Atoka County public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is higher than the Oklahoma county average of 66.8%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Atoka County schools?
Across Atoka County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 14.0 to 1.
What is the racial makeup of Atoka County?
Atoka County residents are approximately 68% White, 4% Hispanic, 4% Black, 0% Asian, 18% two or more races according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.

Atoka County school rankings

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DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data