Duncan High School serves 895 students in grades 9-12.
Duncan High School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 24%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 26%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 895 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 30% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Duncan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Duncan High School's student population of 895 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
895 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Duncan High School is ranked within the top 50% of all 1,674 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Duncan High School is 0.59, 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
#538 out of 1674 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
5%
12%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
21%
19%
Black
4%
8%
White
60%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
12%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
79%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Duncan High School's ranking?
Duncan High School is ranked #538 out of 1,674 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 24% OK state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 26% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Duncan High School?
The graduation rate of Duncan High School is 88%, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 79%.
How many students attend Duncan High School?
895 students attend Duncan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Duncan High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Duncan High School?
Duncan High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Duncan High School offer ?
Duncan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Duncan High School part of?
Duncan High School is part of Duncan School District.
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