Serving 834 students in grades 5-8, Jefferson 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 2% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 5% (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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 834 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson MS serves the southwest part of its school district in Oklahoma City, OK, covering an area of approximately 6.7 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jefferson Middle School's student population of 834 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
834 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Jefferson 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 Jefferson Middle School is 0.55, 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
#1640 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
65%
21%
Black
13%
8%
White
9%
43%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
9%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Middle School's ranking?
Jefferson Middle School is ranked #1640 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Middle School?
834 students attend Jefferson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Jefferson Middle School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Middle School?
Jefferson Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jefferson Middle School offer ?
Jefferson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Middle School part of?
Jefferson Middle School is part of Oklahoma City School District.
In what neighborhood is Jefferson Middle School located?
Jefferson Middle School is located in the Central Oklahoma City neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK. There are 83 other public schools located in Central Oklahoma City.
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