Serving 255 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Darlington Public School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Darlington Public School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Darlington Public School's student population of 255 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
255 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Darlington Public School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Darlington Public School is 0.64, 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
#643 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
54%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
1%
8%
White
11%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
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 Darlington Public School's ranking?
Darlington Public School is ranked #643 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Darlington Public School?
255 students attend Darlington Public School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Darlington Public School students are American Indian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Darlington Public School?
Darlington Public School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Darlington Public School offer ?
Darlington Public School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Darlington Public School part of?
Darlington Public School is part of Darlington School District.
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