Serving 753 students in grades 6-8, Duncan Middle School 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 26% (which is higher 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 15:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 753 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Duncan Middle School's student population of 753 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
753 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Duncan Middle School 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 Duncan Middle School is 0.63, 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
#903 out of 1680 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
5%
8%
White
55%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Duncan Middle School's ranking?
Duncan Middle School is ranked #903 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?
26% 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 Duncan Middle School?
753 students attend Duncan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Duncan Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Duncan Middle School?
Duncan Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Duncan Middle School offer ?
Duncan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Duncan Middle School part of?
Duncan Middle School is part of Duncan School District.
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