Serving 60 students in grades 9-12, Paoli High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paoli High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Paoli High School's student population of 60 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
60 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paoli High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paoli High School is 0.69, 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
#57 out of 1680 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
16:1
American Indian
38%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
n/a
8%
White
38%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥80%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paoli High School's ranking?
Paoli High School is ranked #57 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paoli High School?
The graduation rate of Paoli High School is 80%, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Paoli High School?
60 students attend Paoli High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Paoli High School students are American Indian, 38% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paoli High School?
Paoli High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Paoli High School offer ?
Paoli High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Paoli High School part of?
Paoli High School is part of Paoli School District.
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