Serving 143 students in grades 7-9, Cordell Junior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher 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 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cordell Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cordell Junior High School's student population of 143 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
143 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Cordell Junior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cordell Junior High School is 0.35, 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
#230 out of 1652 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
3%
8%
White
80%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
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 Cordell Junior High School's ranking?
Cordell Junior High School is ranked #230 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Cordell Junior High School?
143 students attend Cordell Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Cordell Junior High School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cordell Junior High School?
Cordell Junior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cordell Junior High School offer ?
Cordell Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cordell Junior High School part of?
Cordell Junior High School is part of Cordell School District.
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