For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 370 students in 73179, OK.
The top-ranked public middle school in 73179, OK is Western Heights Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 73179 have an average math proficiency score of 2% (versus the Oklahoma public middle school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 4% (versus the 24% statewide average). Middle schools in 73179, OK have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oklahoma public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oklahoma public middle school average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Best 73179, OK Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Western Heights Middle School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 4%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8435 Southwest 44th Street
Oklahoma City, OK 73179
(405) 350-3455
Oklahoma City, OK 73179
(405) 350-3455
Gr: 7-8 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 73179, OK?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 73179, OK include Western Heights Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 73179?
1 public middle schools are located in 73179.
What is the racial composition of students in 73179?
73179 public middle schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Oklahoma public middle schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
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