Serving 272 students in grades 6-8, Locust Grove MiddleSchool ranks in the bottom 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 23% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower 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 64% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Locust Grove MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Locust Grove MiddleSchool's student population of 272 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
272 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Locust Grove MiddleSchool 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 Locust Grove MiddleSchool is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#929 out of 1680 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
42%
12%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
n/a
8%
White
36%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
17%
12%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
17%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Locust Grove MiddleSchool's ranking?
Locust Grove MiddleSchool is ranked #929 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Locust Grove MiddleSchool?
272 students attend Locust Grove MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Locust Grove MiddleSchool students are American Indian, 36% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Locust Grove MiddleSchool?
Locust Grove MiddleSchool has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Locust Grove MiddleSchool offer ?
Locust Grove MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Locust Grove MiddleSchool part of?
Locust Grove MiddleSchool is part of Locust Grove School District.
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