These Are The 10 Smartest Cities In Oklahoma

Discover the 10 Smartest Cities in Oklahoma for 2026

When considering a new city to call home or a company to work for, the intelligence of the surrounding population can significantly influence your experience. A community rich in knowledge and education not only enhances personal growth but also fosters a collaborative work environment.

In this context, we turn to Zippia to highlight the cities in Oklahoma that stand out due to their educated demographics.

You might be curious about how we gauge the intelligence of a city.

We sourced our information from the U.S. Census Bureau, which provides a wealth of demographic data. To assess the educational attainment of a city, we focused on the percentage of adults (ages 25 and older) with at least a high school diploma, as well as the dropout rates among teenagers (ages 16-20). We analyzed data from the 74 largest cities in Oklahoma, leading us to the following list of the brightest cities in the Sooner State:

Jenks
Piedmont
Mustang
Edmond
Guthrie
Stillwater
Collinsville
Norman
Newcastle
Bartlesville

Continue reading to discover what makes these cities shine academically, or scroll to the end for a comprehensive chart of all analyzed locations.

For more insights on Oklahoma, explore:

How We Identified the Smartest Places in the Sooner State

To determine which cities to evaluate, we focused on those with populations exceeding 5,000 and sufficient data across all criteria.

This analysis encompassed 74 cities in Oklahoma.

We utilized the following criteria to identify the most educated cities:

Our data is derived from the latest American Community Survey conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.

We believe these criteria effectively represent the current educational landscape and the potential for cities to enhance educational outcomes for future generations. In fact, approximately 80% of students graduate from high school in recent years.

To rank the cities, we assigned scores from 1 to 74 for each criterion, with 1 being the “smartest” in that category. We then calculated the average rank across all criteria, awarding the title of “Smartest City in Oklahoma” to the location with the highest overall score.

If your city didn’t make the top 10, scroll down to the end of the post for a detailed chart. Otherwise, let’s dive into the highlights of the top ten cities!

1. Jenks

Population: 18,312
Adults Without High School Diploma: 3.4%
Teenage High School Dropouts: 0.0%

Leading the pack is Jenks, Oklahoma. With a population of 18,312 and virtually no high school dropouts, this city showcases a strong commitment to education, making it a beacon for a bright future.

2. Piedmont

Population: 6,232
Adults Without High School Diploma: 4.2%
Teenage High School Dropouts: 2.5%

In the second spot is the small town of Piedmont, Oklahoma. With only 2.5% of high school students dropping out and less than 5% of adults lacking a diploma, this community is making significant educational strides.

3. Mustang

Population: 18,575
Adults Without High School Diploma: 7.3%
Teenage High School Dropouts: 0.0%

Claiming the third position, Mustang not only sounds impressive but also excels in education. With an exceptionally low dropout rate, this city can proudly showcase its educational achievements.

4. Edmond

Population: 85,084
Adults Without High School Diploma: 4.1%
Teenage High School Dropouts: 3.0%

Securing the fourth spot is Edmond, a city with a population of 85,084. With low dropout rates and only 4.1% of adults lacking a high school diploma, this city is on a promising path to success.

5. Guthrie

Population: 10,668
Adults Without High School Diploma: 9.0%
Teenage High School Dropouts: 0.0%

In the middle of our list, Guthrie, Oklahoma comes in fifth. With a population of over 10,500, this city is clearly focused on educational attainment.

6. Stillwater

Population: 46,851
Adults Without High School Diploma: 5.5%
Teenage High School Dropouts: 3.0%

The residents of Stillwater, Oklahoma rank sixth, demonstrating their commitment to education with only 3% of high school students not completing their education and 5.5% of adults without diplomas.

7. Collinsville

Population: 5,970
Adults Without High School Diploma: 9.7%
Teenage High School Dropouts: 0.0%

Collinsville takes the seventh spot, showcasing its educational commitment with nearly no high school dropouts, indicating a strong focus on academic success.

8. Norman

Population: 115,521
Adults Without High School Diploma: 6.9%
Teenage High School Dropouts: 3.2%

As the largest city on our list, Norman defies the stereotype that larger urban areas struggle with education. With a population of 115,521, this city proves that it is possible to achieve high educational standards.

9. Newcastle

Population: 8,383
Adults Without High School Diploma: 9.0%
Teenage High School Dropouts: 2.7%

Newcastle comes in ninth with a population of approximately 8,383. With a commendable number of high school graduates, it is no surprise this city earns a spot on our list.

10. Bartlesville

Population: 36,193
Adults Without High School Diploma: 9.2%
Teenage High School Dropouts: 2.6%

Finally, rounding out our list at number ten is Bartlesville. With a population of 36,193 and a low high school dropout rate, this city exemplifies educational success.

And That’s How You Graduate in Style

These are the ten smartest cities in Oklahoma, backed by solid educational statistics. Consider visiting these places to experience their rich educational environments. For more information on various cities and states across the U.S., visit www.zippia.com for all your questions!

Detailed List of Smartest Cities in Oklahoma

City	Rank	Population	Adults Without High School Diploma	Teenage High School Drop Outs
Jenks	1	18,312	3.4%	0.0%
Piedmont	2	6,232	4.2%	2.5%
Mustang	3	18,575	7.3%	0.0%
Edmond	4	85,084	4.1%	3.0%
Guthrie	5	10,668	9.0%	0.0%
Stillwater	6	46,851	5.5%	3.0%
Collinsville	7	5,970	9.7%	0.0%
Norman	8	115,521	6.9%	3.2%
Newcastle	9	8,383	9.0%	2.7%
Bartlesville	10	36,193	9.2%	2.6%
Tuttle	11	6,252	11.0%	0.0%
Grove	12	6,658	11.2%	0.0%
Choctaw	13	11,619	8.5%	3.6%
Lawton	14	97,788	11.6%	2.1%
Broken Arrow	15	101,917	6.5%	5.7%
Weatherford	16	11,410	10.2%	3.0%
Yukon	17	24,127	5.9%	6.4%
Harrah	18	5,412	12.9%	0.0%
Blanchard	19	7,625	7.1%	6.1%
Owasso	20	31,738	7.8%	5.2%
Woodward	21	12,389	13.0%	0.7%
Lone Grove	22	5,142	13.4%	0.0%
Glenpool	23	11,398	9.4%	5.2%
Henryetta	24	5,848	13.8%	0.0%
Bixby	25	22,480	5.4%	7.8%
The Village	26	9,147	7.6%	7.3%
Ponca City	27	24,951	12.7%	5.1%
Catoosa	28	7,407	12.8%	4.9%
Midwest City	29	55,964	10.8%	7.4%
Coweta	30	9,483	12.2%	6.8%
Warr Acres	31	10,268	16.0%	1.2%
Okmulgee	32	12,398	14.4%	3.9%
Tahlequah	33	16,190	14.8%	3.1%
Del City	34	21,756	12.7%	7.1%
Claremore	35	18,849	10.9%	8.7%
Moore	36	57,563	9.7%	10.3%
Bethany	37	19,390	13.1%	6.9%
Sapulpa	38	20,308	14.8%	4.8%
Skiatook	39	7,571	17.9%	2.9%
Noble	40	6,602	9.6%	13.3%
Clinton	41	9,281	22.0%	0.0%
Chickasha	42	16,195	16.9%	3.8%
Sand Springs	43	19,277	12.9%	8.6%
Miami	44	13,669	15.5%	6.1%
Perry	45	5,087	14.2%	8.5%
Vinita	46	5,637	19.8%	3.1%
Tecumseh	47	6,556	11.9%	12.2%
Oklahoma City	48	600,729	15.0%	7.3%
Muskogee	49	38,937	15.6%	7.1%
Tulsa	50	395,599	13.2%	9.3%
Duncan	51	23,364	14.6%	8.7%
Sallisaw	52	8,761	19.6%	4.0%
Pryor Creek	53	9,479	12.6%	14.0%
Ada	54	17,061	13.7%	10.8%
El Reno	55	17,515	15.4%	8.5%
Durant	56	16,507	18.7%	6.9%
Blackwell	57	6,957	16.9%	7.5%
Shawnee	58	30,609	13.2%	15.0%
Idabel	59	7,015	18.2%	7.5%
Wagoner	60	8,499	15.8%	9.8%
McAlester	61	18,354	16.8%	9.0%
Enid	62	50,232	14.9%	12.1%
Anadarko	63	6,786	18.6%	7.6%
Ardmore	64	24,877	16.0%	10.4%
Poteau	65	8,563	17.3%	9.1%
Seminole	66	7,493	17.6%	9.3%
Elk City	67	12,198	16.2%	17.9%
Hugo	68	5,294	28.6%	8.0%
Altus	69	19,716	18.9%	13.0%
Purcell	70	6,259	20.9%	14.3%
Pauls Valley	71	6,054	20.9%	26.2%
Cushing	72	7,870	22.7%	24.5%
Holdenville	73	5,768	28.9%	24.8%
Guymon	74	11,921	32.2%	22.7%

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