Serving 405 students in grades 6-8, Wells Middle 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 15% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wells Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wells Middle School's student population of 405 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wells Middle 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 Wells Middle 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
#1312 out of 1680 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
15%
11%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
22%
20%
Black
1%
8%
White
37%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
23%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wells Middle School's ranking?
Wells Middle School is ranked #1312 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Wells Middle School?
405 students attend Wells Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Wells Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, 22% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wells Middle School?
Wells Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Wells Middle School offer ?
Wells Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Wells Middle School part of?
Wells Middle School is part of Catoosa School District.
School Reviews
5 11/16/2007
catoosa is very Academic and very smart. catoosa has a lot of wounderful students we all are very careful,cheerful,and kind. we do this GE pratices to help find ways to help and update the school system. we are alwayes finding new way to help inprove and higher grades.
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