Serving 158 students in grades 6-8, Watonga Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (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 12:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Watonga Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Watonga Middle School's student population of 158 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
158 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Watonga Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Watonga Middle School is 0.68, 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
#687 out of 1680 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
12%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
3%
8%
White
49%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watonga Middle School's ranking?
Watonga Middle School is ranked #687 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% 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).
How many students attend Watonga Middle School?
158 students attend Watonga Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Watonga Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Watonga Middle School?
Watonga Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Watonga Middle School offer ?
Watonga Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Watonga Middle School part of?
Watonga Middle School is part of Watonga School District.
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