Emerson ES vs Ward ES West
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Oklahoma, United States, 152 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson ES
Duncan · Public elementary · Grades K–5
336 students
Ward ES West
Colbert · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
336 students
| Measure | Emerson ES Duncan, Oklahoma | Ward ES West Colbert, Oklahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #700 of 899 | #383 of 899 |
| National rank | #44646 of 50,301 | #34408 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–3 |
| Students | 336 | 336 |
| Enrollment | 336 | 336 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.7% | 84.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 44.5% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 44.5% |
| city | Duncan | Colbert |
| state | Oklahoma | Oklahoma |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ward ES West scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.4 vs 20.3).
- •Ward ES West does better on math proficiency (44.5% vs 21%).
- •Ward ES West does better on reading proficiency (44.5% vs 25%).
- •Emerson ES does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.7% vs 84.2%).
- •Emerson ES does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 16.8).
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 Emerson ES better than Ward ES West?
On the Success Index (US), Ward ES West ranks higher (36.4 vs 20.3 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 Emerson ES and Ward ES West?
About 152 km in a straight line, between Duncan and Colbert in Oklahoma.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson ES: 336. Ward ES West: 336. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson ES and Ward ES West rank in Oklahoma?
Emerson ES is 700th of 899 and Ward ES West is 383rd of 899 among elementary schools in Oklahoma on the 2025 Success Index (US).