Serving 693 students in grades 9-12, Poteau High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 5% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poteau High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Poteau High School's student population of 693 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
693 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Poteau High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poteau High School is 0.72, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#456 out of 1652 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
16%
11%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
24%
20%
Black
n/a
8%
White
43%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)90-94%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poteau High School's ranking?
Poteau High School is ranked #456 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Poteau High School often compared to?
Poteau High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howe High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Poteau High School?
The graduation rate of Poteau High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Poteau High School?
693 students attend Poteau High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Poteau High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are American Indian, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poteau High School?
Poteau High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Poteau High School offer ?
Poteau High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Poteau High School part of?
Poteau High School is part of Poteau School District.
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