Serving 228 students in grades 6-8, Alva 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 17% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: ALVA MS's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Alva, OK, encompassing approximately 633.5 square miles. Families typically drive about 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 24.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alva Middle School's student population of 228 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
228 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Alva Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alva Middle School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1017 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
n/a
8%
White
80%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alva Middle School's ranking?
Alva Middle School is ranked #1017 out of 1,652 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Alva Middle School?
228 students attend Alva Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Alva Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alva Middle School?
Alva Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Alva Middle School offer ?
Alva Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alva Middle School part of?
Alva Middle School is part of Alva School District.
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