Serving 124 students in grades 9-12, Waurika High School ranks in the top 50% 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% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 26%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waurika High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Waurika High School's student population of 124 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
124 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waurika High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,674 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waurika High School is 0.51, 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
#663 out of 1674 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
7%
12%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
25%
19%
Black
n/a
8%
White
65%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
12%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waurika High School's ranking?
Waurika High School is ranked #663 out of 1,674 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% OK state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 26% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waurika High School?
The graduation rate of Waurika High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Waurika High School?
124 students attend Waurika High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Waurika High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waurika High School?
Waurika High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Waurika High School offer ?
Waurika High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Waurika High School part of?
Waurika High School is part of Waurika School District.
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