Serving 218 students in grades 6-8, Dale 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 20-24% (which is lower 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 16:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: DALE MS's attendance zone covers the entire school district in McLoud, OK, encompassing approximately 42.1 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.1 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 6.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dale Middle School's student population of 218 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
218 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dale Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dale Middle School is 0.54, 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
#712 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
18%
11%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
1%
8%
White
65%
43%
Two or more races
10%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dale Middle School's ranking?
Dale Middle School is ranked #712 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% 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 Dale Middle School?
218 students attend Dale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Dale Middle School students are White, 18% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dale Middle School?
Dale Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dale Middle School offer ?
Dale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dale Middle School part of?
Dale Middle School is part of Dale School District.
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