Newcastle High School is a public school located in Newcastle, Oklahoma. Newcastle is a rapidly growing suburban community. Through bond issues, Newcastle has constructed a performing arts center, high school basketball arena, football stadium, and coming in the next few years a second story and a secure entrance.
Serving 795 students in grades 9-12, Newcastle High 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 795 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 10% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newcastle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Newcastle High School's student population of 795 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
795 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1923
School Rankings
Newcastle High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newcastle High School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#904 out of 1680 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
8%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
2%
8%
White
62%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)90-94%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Racer
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newcastle High School's ranking?
Newcastle High School is ranked #904 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Newcastle High School often compared to?
Newcastle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blanchard High School, Bridge Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newcastle High School?
The graduation rate of Newcastle High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Newcastle High School?
795 students attend Newcastle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Newcastle High School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newcastle High School?
Newcastle High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Newcastle High School offer ?
Newcastle High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newcastle High School part of?
Newcastle High School is part of Newcastle School District.
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