Elk City ES vs Merritt HS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Oklahoma, United States, 5.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elk City ES
Elk City · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
729 students
Merritt HS
Elk City · Public high · Grades 9–12
165 students
| Measure | Elk City ES Elk City, Oklahoma | Merritt HS Elk City, Oklahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #370 of 899 | #59 of 409 |
| National rank | #34094 of 50,301 | #10588 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–3 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 729 | 165 |
| Enrollment | 729 | 165 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.1% | 46.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 44.5% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 24.5% |
| city | Elk City | Elk City |
| state | Oklahoma | Oklahoma |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Merritt HS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.5 vs 36.8).
- •Elk City ES does better on math proficiency (42% vs 24.5%).
- •Merritt HS does better on reading proficiency (44.5% vs 37%).
- •Merritt HS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.7% vs 63.1%).
- •Merritt HS does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 16.6).
- •Elk City ES is the larger school with 729 students compared with 165.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Elk City ES better than Merritt HS?
On the Success Index (US), Merritt HS ranks higher (41.5 vs 36.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Elk City ES and Merritt HS?
About 5.3 km in a straight line, between Elk City and Elk City in Oklahoma.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elk City ES: 729. Merritt HS: 165. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elk City ES and Merritt HS rank in Oklahoma?
Elk City ES is 370th of 899 and Merritt HS is 59th of 409 among elementary schools in Oklahoma on the 2025 Success Index (US).