Serving 236 students in grades 9-12, Newkirk High 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 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to 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 25% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newkirk High School's student population of 236 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newkirk 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 Newkirk High School is 0.39, 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
#911 out of 1680 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
22%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
20%
Black
n/a
8%
White
75%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)80-89%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newkirk High School's ranking?
Newkirk High School is ranked #911 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newkirk High School?
The graduation rate of Newkirk High School is 80-89%, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Newkirk High School?
236 students attend Newkirk High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Newkirk High School students are White, 22% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newkirk High School?
Newkirk High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Newkirk High School offer ?
Newkirk High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Newkirk High School part of?
Newkirk High School is part of Newkirk School District.
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