Elgin High School

Elgin High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
520 K St,  Elgin, OK
Elgin Public Schools
3.8
2.4
791 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Curtis Lorah
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1150
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
32%
Reading Proficiency
57%
Average GPA
3.65
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A-
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B-
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
C
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.65
Reading Proficiency
57%
Math Proficiency
32%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
42
Full Time Teachers
42
Teachers in First or Second Year
7.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1150
Math
540
Verbal
610
Average ACT
24
Math
22
English
24
Reading
25
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
4
AP Pass Rate
48.3%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
1%
State Average
10%
Science
3%
State Average
6%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
352:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.4%
Female
47.6%
White
57.7%
Hispanic
17.5%
Two or more races
10.1%
Native American
9.7%
Black
3.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Oklahoma 245 Students
Cameron University 241 Students
Oklahoma State University 176 Students
Southwestern Oklahoma State University 142 Students
University of Central Oklahoma 138 Students
Oklahoma State University - Oklahoma City 100 Students
Oklahoma City University 94 Students
Oklahoma Baptist University 81 Students
Oklahoma Christian University 71 Students
Southeastern Oklahoma State University 65 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 57 Students
Nursing 47 Students
Business 44 Students
Psychology 43 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 36 Students
Physical Therapy 31 Students
Engineering 21 Students
Sport and Fitness Management 20 Students
Computer Science 15 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 15 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 145 Reviews
4.0 Senior
5/24/2022
While I know that it will take time and money. I would like to see bigger classrooms and transportation to accommodate the expanding student population. I am proud to say that I am an alumni of Elgin High School.
3.0 Senior
9/25/2020
They have a lot of money so the buildings are nice and most of the teachers are friendly but I'd like to see them try harder for kids with mental illnesses like depression or anxiety and that they'd actually do something about the bullying
4.0 Alum
8/25/2020
I liked how I met my best friends there. The academics is the best in Comanche County. The sports is amazing, plus they have re done everything.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.4 15 Reviews
2.0 parent
3/13/2018
Just ok, nothing more or nothing less
2.0 other
7/9/2015
Lack of professionalism. Need more teaching instead of open your book and read on your own or take whatever notes you deem necessary during my 15 minute lecture.
2.0 student
12/11/2014
While the school is a fabulous place I wish that certain teachers weren't so uptight and or rude. If they were more open and optimistic. There are a select few teachers who are cheerful, funny, and enjoyable to be around but not all of them are. If your child has social anxiety I would recommend Hom...
2.0 parent
11/14/2014
If your child plans to attend college after high school, the English cirriculum (regular or AP) does not provide sufficient preparation for college English courses. Even though your child may do well according to Oklahoma standards, don't let that fool you. If your child is able to enroll in an Engl...

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Elgin High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Elgin, OK, in the Elgin neighborhood, and is served by the Elgin Public Schools in Oklahoma. The school has a total enrollment of 791 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 32% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 57% are proficient in reading. Elgin High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.65, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1150 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $277,656. Discover additional schools in the area, like Elgin Middle School, Elgin Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Elgin has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Elgin High School.

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