Serving 708 students in grades 6-8, Longfellow Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 708 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Longfellow Middle School serves the eastern part of Norman, OK, covering an attendance area of approximately 53.4 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.7 miles to the edge of the area and a maximum distance of 12.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Longfellow Middle School's student population of 708 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
708 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We achieve with PRIDE! Purpose | Respect | Integrity | Dedication | Empathy
School Rankings
Longfellow Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Longfellow Middle School is 0.69, 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
#815 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
25%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
19%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.6%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Longfellow Middle School's ranking?
Longfellow Middle School is ranked #815 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Longfellow Middle School often compared to?
Longfellow Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Irving Middle School, Whittier Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Longfellow Middle School?
708 students attend Longfellow Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Longfellow Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Longfellow Middle School?
Longfellow Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Longfellow Middle School offer ?
Longfellow Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Longfellow Middle School part of?
Longfellow Middle School is part of Norman School District.
In what neighborhood is Longfellow Middle School located?
Longfellow Middle School is located in the First Courthouse neighborhood of Norman, OK. There are 2 other public schools located in First Courthouse.
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