Serving 347 students in grades 9-12, Blackwell High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 30% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blackwell High School's student population of 347 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blackwell High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackwell High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#904 out of 1680 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
8%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
1%
8%
White
65%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)85-89%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackwell High School's ranking?
Blackwell High School is ranked #904 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Blackwell High School often compared to?
Blackwell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ponca City High School, Newkirk High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blackwell High School?
The graduation rate of Blackwell High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Blackwell High School?
347 students attend Blackwell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Blackwell High School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blackwell High School?
Blackwell High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Blackwell High School offer ?
Blackwell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Blackwell High School part of?
Blackwell High School is part of Blackwell School District.
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