Districts in Cherokee County3 districts, sorted by rating
| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keys Public Schools | Cookson | 10/10 Excellent · 92nd pct | 750 | 2 | PK–12 | 2 |
| Tahlequah Public Schools | Welling | 8/10 Good · 75th pct | 3,607 | 6 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Hulbert Public Schools | Hulbert | 3/10 Below Average · 29th pct | 550 | 3 | PK–12 | 1 |
How Cherokee County compares
Together they enroll 4,907 students across 11 schools. The largest is Tahlequah Public Schools with 3,607 students. Districts here average 7.0/10, above the Oklahoma average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 3/10 to 10/10.
School Districts in Cherokee County, Oklahoma
Cherokee County has 3 public school districts covering 4 zip codes. The top-rated district in Cherokee County is Keys Public Schools (10/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (NCES EDFacts, 2021–22 for most districts), ranked against all districts in Oklahoma. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
Enter your zip code on any page to confirm your exact district assignment — district boundaries are address-specific and may not follow county or city lines.