Serving 261 students in grades 6-8, Dove Science Academy Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dove Science Academy Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Dove Science Academy Middle School's student population of 261 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dove Science Academy 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 Dove Science Academy Middle School is 0.70, 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
#481 out of 1680 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
42%
20%
Black
29%
8%
White
20%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dove Science Academy Middle School's ranking?
Dove Science Academy Middle School is ranked #481 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Dove Science Academy Middle School often compared to?
Dove Science Academy Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like classen Middle School of advanced studies, Belle Isle Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Dove Science Academy Middle School?
261 students attend Dove Science Academy Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Dove Science Academy Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dove Science Academy Middle School?
Dove Science Academy Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Dove Science Academy Middle School offer ?
Dove Science Academy Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dove Science Academy Middle School part of?
Dove Science Academy Middle School is part of Dove Schools Of Okc School District.
In what neighborhood is Dove Science Academy Middle School located?
Dove Science Academy Middle School is located in the Uptown Oklahoma City neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK. There are 4 other public schools located in Uptown Oklahoma City.
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