Serving 468 students in grades 9-12, Dimensions Academy 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 15-19% (Btm 50% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dimensions Academy's student population of 468 students has grown by 112% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dimensions Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dimensions Academy is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1331 out of 1680 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
7%
12%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
7%
8%
White
56%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
12%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)15-19%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dimensions Academy's ranking?
Dimensions Academy is ranked #1331 out of 1,680 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dimensions Academy?
The graduation rate of Dimensions Academy is 15-19%, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Dimensions Academy?
468 students attend Dimensions Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Dimensions Academy students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dimensions Academy?
Dimensions Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dimensions Academy offer ?
Dimensions Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dimensions Academy part of?
Dimensions Academy is part of Norman School District.
In what neighborhood is Dimensions Academy located?
Dimensions Academy is located in the First Courthouse neighborhood of Norman, OK. There are 2 other public schools located in First Courthouse.
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