Serving 507 students in grades 6-8, Newman 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 20% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% 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: 507 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newman Middle School's student population of 507 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
507 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newman 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 Newman 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
#1062 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
23%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
n/a
8%
White
48%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
20%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newman Middle School's ranking?
Newman Middle School is ranked #1062 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Newman Middle School?
507 students attend Newman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Newman Middle School students are White, 23% of students are American Indian, 20% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newman Middle School?
Newman Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Newman Middle School offer ?
Newman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newman Middle School part of?
Newman Middle School is part of Skiatook School District.
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