Serving 68 students in grades 6-8, Arkoma 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% 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: 68 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Arkoma JHS encompasses the entire Arkoma school district, covering approximately 3.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.1 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arkoma Middle School's student population of 68 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
68 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Arkoma 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 Arkoma Middle School is 0.65, 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
#1351 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
15%
21%
Black
1%
8%
White
50%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
29%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
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 Arkoma Middle School's ranking?
Arkoma Middle School is ranked #1351 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Arkoma Middle School?
68 students attend Arkoma Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Arkoma Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arkoma Middle School?
Arkoma Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Arkoma Middle School offer ?
Arkoma Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arkoma Middle School part of?
Arkoma Middle School is part of Arkoma School District.
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