Serving 242 students in grades 6-8, Idabel Middle School 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 16% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower 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 80% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Idabel Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Idabel Middle School's student population of 242 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Idabel Middle School 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 Idabel Middle School is 0.81, which is more 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
#1293 out of 1680 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
10%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
22%
20%
Black
28%
8%
White
20%
44%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
15%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
9%
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 Idabel Middle School's ranking?
Idabel Middle School is ranked #1293 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Idabel Middle School?
242 students attend Idabel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Idabel Middle School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Idabel Middle School?
Idabel Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Idabel Middle School offer ?
Idabel Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Idabel Middle School part of?
Idabel Middle School is part of Idabel School District.
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