Serving 669 students in grades 6-8, Central Middle 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 31% (which is higher 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 14:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 669 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Middle School's student population of 669 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
669 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Central Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Middle School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#649 out of 1680 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
9%
11%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
5%
8%
White
54%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
21%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Middle School's ranking?
Central Middle School is ranked #649 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Central Middle School often compared to?
Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Middle School, Dewey Middle School, Barnsdall Jhs by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% 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 Central Middle School?
669 students attend Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Central Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Middle School?
Central Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Central Middle School offer ?
Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Middle School part of?
Central Middle School is part of Bartlesville School District.
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