Serving 545 students in grades 7-8, Highland West Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland West Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Highland West Junior High School's student population of 545 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
545 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highland West Junior High 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 Highland West Junior High School is 0.74, which is more 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
#1315 out of 1680 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
27%
20%
Black
8%
8%
White
37%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
22%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland West Junior High School's ranking?
Highland West Junior High School is ranked #1315 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Highland West Junior High School?
545 students attend Highland West Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Highland West Junior High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland West Junior High School?
Highland West Junior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Highland West Junior High School offer ?
Highland West Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Highland West Junior High School part of?
Highland West Junior High School is part of Moore School District.
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