Serving 1,577 students in grades 9-12, Putnam City North High School ranks in the top 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 19% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,577 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Top 50% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Putnam City North High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Putnam City North High School's student population of 1,577 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,577 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Putnam City North High School 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 Putnam City North High School is 0.75, 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
#660 out of 1680 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
25%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
27%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
31%

Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1

American Indian
1%
11%

Asian
7%
2%

Hispanic
13%
20%

Black
35%
8%

White
30%
44%

Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
14%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
(20-21)85%
78%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
48%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Putnam City North High School's ranking?
Putnam City North High School is ranked #660 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Putnam City North High School often compared to?
Putnam City North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Putnam City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Putnam City North High School?
The graduation rate of Putnam City North High School is 85%, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Putnam City North High School?
1,577 students attend Putnam City North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Putnam City North High School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Putnam City North High School?
Putnam City North High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Putnam City North High School offer ?
Putnam City North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Putnam City North High School part of?
Putnam City North High School is part of Putnam City School District.
In what neighborhood is Putnam City North High School located?
Putnam City North High School is located in the Northwest Oklahoma City neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK. There are 6 other public schools located in Northwest Oklahoma City.
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