Serving 829 students in grades 6-8, Macarthur 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 13% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 829 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MacArthur Middle School serves the southeast area of Lawton, OK, covering approximately 10.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Macarthur Middle School's student population of 829 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
829 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Macarthur 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 Macarthur Middle School is 0.75, which is more 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
#1182 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
21%
21%
Black
15%
8%
White
40%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
17%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Macarthur Middle School's ranking?
Macarthur Middle School is ranked #1182 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Macarthur Middle School often compared to?
Macarthur Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eisenhower Middle School, Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Macarthur Middle School?
829 students attend Macarthur Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Macarthur Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Macarthur Middle School?
Macarthur Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Macarthur Middle School offer ?
Macarthur Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Macarthur Middle School part of?
Macarthur Middle School is part of Lawton School District.
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