Poteau Primary Elementary School serves 437 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Poteau Primary Elementary School's student population of 437 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
437 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Poteau Primary Elementary School is 0.73, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
18%
11%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
20%
20%
Black
n/a
8%
White
40%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
20%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pirate
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Poteau Primary Elementary School often compared to?
Poteau Primary Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Poteau Primary Elementary School?
437 students attend Poteau Primary Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Poteau Primary Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poteau Primary Elementary School?
Poteau Primary Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Poteau Primary Elementary School offer ?
Poteau Primary Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Poteau Primary Elementary School part of?
Poteau Primary Elementary School is part of Poteau School District.
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