Serving 229 students in grades 7-8, Jay 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 17% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: JAY MS's attendance zone covers the entire Jay school district, encompassing approximately 248.4 square miles around Jay, OK. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jay Middle School's student population of 229 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
229 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Motto
Home of the Bulldogs!
School Rankings
Jay Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jay Middle School is 0.66, 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
#1247 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
52%
11%
Asian
11%
2%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
n/a
8%
White
23%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.4%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jay Middle School's ranking?
Jay Middle School is ranked #1247 out of 1,652 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Jay Middle School?
229 students attend Jay Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Jay Middle School students are American Indian, 23% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jay Middle School?
Jay Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jay Middle School offer ?
Jay Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jay Middle School part of?
Jay Middle School is part of Jay School District.
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