Serving 130 students in grades 5-8, Mclish Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to 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 53% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MCLISH MS's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Stonewall, OK, covering approximately 201.5 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a 15 to 20-minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 9.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 17.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mclish Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Mclish Middle School's student population of 130 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
130 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mclish 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 Mclish Middle School is 0.68, 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
#559 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
25%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
22%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
24%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-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 Mclish Middle School's ranking?
Mclish Middle School is ranked #559 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Mclish Middle School?
130 students attend Mclish Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Mclish Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Two or more races, 22% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mclish Middle School?
Mclish Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mclish Middle School offer ?
Mclish Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mclish Middle School part of?
Mclish Middle School is part of Stonewall School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Mclish middle school is the best school I have ever taught at. They have the best test scores. The 5th grade has the highest scores out of the whole school.
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