Serving 188 students in grades 9-12, Nowata High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is higher 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 70% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: NOWATA HS's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Nowata, OK, covering approximately 197.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone reaching up to 12.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nowata High School's student population of 188 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
188 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nowata High 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 Nowata High School is 0.73, 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
#625 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
25%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
35%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
23%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
70-79%
81.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.6%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Ironmen colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nowata High School's ranking?
Nowata High School is ranked #625 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Nowata High School often compared to?
Nowata High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oklahoma Union High School, South Coffeyville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nowata High School?
The graduation rate of Nowata High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 81.2%.
How many students attend Nowata High School?
188 students attend Nowata High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Nowata High School students are American Indian, 30% of students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nowata High School?
Nowata High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Nowata High School offer ?
Nowata High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nowata High School part of?
Nowata High School is part of Nowata School District.
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