Serving 477 students in grades 6-8, Blanchard Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 30% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blanchard Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Blanchard Middle School's student population of 477 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blanchard Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blanchard Middle School is 0.45, 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
#385 out of 1680 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
10%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
n/a
8%
White
73%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
49%
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 Blanchard Middle School's ranking?
Blanchard Middle School is ranked #385 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Blanchard Middle School often compared to?
Blanchard Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newcastle Middle School, Middleberg Public School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Blanchard Middle School?
477 students attend Blanchard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Blanchard Middle School students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blanchard Middle School?
Blanchard Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Blanchard Middle School offer ?
Blanchard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Blanchard Middle School part of?
Blanchard Middle School is part of Blanchard School District.
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