Serving 185 students in grades 6-8, Newkirk 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Newkirk MS's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Newkirk, OK, covering approximately 336.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 10.8 miles and the furthest edge located 23.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newkirk Middle School's student population of 185 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
185 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Newkirk 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 Newkirk Middle School is 0.51, 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
#1416 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
15%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
21%
Black
4%
8%
White
68%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.2%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
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 Newkirk Middle School's ranking?
Newkirk Middle School is ranked #1416 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Newkirk Middle School?
185 students attend Newkirk Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Newkirk Middle School students are White, 15% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newkirk Middle School?
Newkirk Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Newkirk Middle School offer ?
Newkirk Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newkirk Middle School part of?
Newkirk Middle School is part of Newkirk School District.
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