Serving 442 students in grades 7-8, Western Heights 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 4% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 4% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Heights Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Western Heights Middle School's student population of 442 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Western Heights 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 Western Heights Middle 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
#1668 out of 1680 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
49%
20%
Black
24%
8%
White
14%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western Heights Middle School's ranking?
Western Heights Middle School is ranked #1668 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Western Heights Middle School often compared to?
Western Heights Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bethany Middle School, Webster Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Western Heights Middle School?
442 students attend Western Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Western Heights Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Western Heights Middle School?
Western Heights Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Western Heights Middle School offer ?
Western Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Western Heights Middle School part of?
Western Heights Middle School is part of Western Heights School District.
In what neighborhood is Western Heights Middle School located?
Western Heights Middle School is located in the Winds West neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK. There are 3 other public schools located in Winds West.
School Reviews
5 3/22/2024
Best School I Have Went To, For The Rest Of My Like, I Will Remember This School.
2 5/30/2015
This district (especially the middle school) has lost a third of its students over the last few years to yukon and mustang. They have given up on academics and rely on "fun" and play to keep the students wanting to stay there. Many teachers try hard but student discipline from the 4-6 grade center was non existant so 7th graders come with few academic skills. Many teachers are forced to teach 7th graders on a 3rd grade level. Classroom discipline is all but impossible because kids are used to playing games and filling in picture handouts from their previous years. Teachers attempting to introduce bookwork or thought provoking lessons are immediately turned off and met with abusive behavior. Teachers tend to scream and cry a lot. I dont blame the kids, but a district who has abandoned education for the sake of saving student population dollars because of the bleeding losses. Finally, if you are a Christian and value our American way of life, you will need to know that this is a strongly progressive philosophy school district. You are better off sending your kids to okc schools where at least they have some gang control and students wear uniforms. This was a good school 10 years ago, but has decayed into a horrible mess. Dont be fooled by the pretty new buildings, the insides are rotten.
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