Serving 329 students in grades 9-12, Sperry High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% 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: 329 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sperry High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sperry High School's student population of 329 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sperry High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sperry High School is 0.68, 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
#293 out of 1680 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
25%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
1%
8%
White
48%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)70-74%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sperry High School's ranking?
Sperry High School is ranked #293 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Sperry High School often compared to?
Sperry High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Owasso High School, Charles Page High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sperry High School?
The graduation rate of Sperry High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Sperry High School?
329 students attend Sperry High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Sperry High School students are White, 25% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sperry High School?
Sperry High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sperry High School offer ?
Sperry High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sperry High School part of?
Sperry High School is part of Sperry School District.
School Reviews
2 5/17/2016
I have every intention on moving my kids out of this school district by the time they hit middle school. There is such a major communication break down at this school it's ridiculous and you can't ever get straight answers out of anyone.
2 8/17/2011
Never had so many problems with a school in my life. No one knows what is going on and they pass the buck to the next person with no real answers for parents.
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