Serving 214 students in grades 9-12, Nowata High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 26%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nowata High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Nowata High School's student population of 214 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
214 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nowata High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,674 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nowata High School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#468 out of 1674 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
42%
12%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
19%
Black
2%
8%
White
35%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
16%
12%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nowata High School's ranking?
Nowata High School is ranked #468 out of 1,674 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Nowata High School often compared to?
Nowata High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oklahoma Union High School, South Coffeyville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% OK state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 26% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nowata High School?
The graduation rate of Nowata High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Nowata High School?
214 students attend Nowata High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Nowata High School students are American Indian, 35% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nowata High School?
Nowata High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nowata High School offer ?
Nowata High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Nowata High School part of?
Nowata High School is part of Nowata School District.
School Reviews
4 8/11/2021
I am a freshman this year at Nowata and ill say it's not the best School at all.
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