Serving 292 students in grades 6-8, Dove Science Academy Middle School South Okc 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 31% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dove Science Academy Middle School South Okc's student population of 292 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
292 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dove Science Academy Middle School South Okc 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 Dove Science Academy Middle School South Okc is 0.38, 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
#767 out of 1680 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
78%
20%
Black
12%
8%
White
6%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
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 South Okc's ranking?
Dove Science Academy Middle School South Okc is ranked #767 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Dove Science Academy Middle School South Okc?
292 students attend Dove Science Academy Middle School South Okc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Dove Science Academy Middle School South Okc students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dove Science Academy Middle School South Okc?
Dove Science Academy Middle School South Okc has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Dove Science Academy Middle School South Okc offer ?
Dove Science Academy Middle School South Okc offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dove Science Academy Middle School South Okc part of?
Dove Science Academy Middle School South Okc is part of Dove Schools Of Okc School District.
In what neighborhood is Dove Science Academy Middle School South Okc located?
Dove Science Academy Middle School South Okc is located in the Central Oklahoma City neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK. There are 83 other public schools located in Central Oklahoma City.
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