Serving 180 students in grades 6-8, Dale 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to 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 13:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dale Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Dale Middle School's student population of 180 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
180 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dale 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 Dale Middle School is 0.55, 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
#590 out of 1680 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
20%
11%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
1%
20%
Black
1%
8%
White
63%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dale Middle School's ranking?
Dale Middle School is ranked #590 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?
25-29% 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 Dale Middle School?
180 students attend Dale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Dale Middle School students are White, 20% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dale Middle School?
Dale Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Dale Middle School offer ?
Dale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dale Middle School part of?
Dale Middle School is part of Dale School District.
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