Serving 550 students in grades 5-8, Wheeler MiddleSchool 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 2% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 5% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wheeler MiddleSchool's student population of 550 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
550 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wheeler MiddleSchool 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 Wheeler MiddleSchool is 0.29, 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
#1663 out of 1680 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
3%
12%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
84%
19%
Black
5%
8%
White
5%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
12%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wheeler MiddleSchool's ranking?
Wheeler MiddleSchool is ranked #1663 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Wheeler MiddleSchool?
550 students attend Wheeler MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Wheeler MiddleSchool students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wheeler MiddleSchool?
Wheeler MiddleSchool has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wheeler MiddleSchool offer ?
Wheeler MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Wheeler MiddleSchool part of?
Wheeler MiddleSchool is part of Oklahoma City School District.
In what neighborhood is Wheeler MiddleSchool located?
Wheeler MiddleSchool is located in the Shidler Wheeler neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK. There are 2 other public schools located in Shidler Wheeler.
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