Serving 95 students in grades 7-8, Panama Middle 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 20-24% (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 24:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Panama Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Panama Middle School's student population of 95 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
95 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Panama Middle 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 Panama Middle School is 0.61, 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
#712 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
American Indian
27%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
n/a
8%
White
55%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Panama Middle School's ranking?
Panama Middle School is ranked #712 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% 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).
How many students attend Panama Middle School?
95 students attend Panama Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Panama Middle School students are White, 27% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Panama Middle School?
Panama Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Panama Middle School offer ?
Panama Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Panama Middle School part of?
Panama Middle School is part of Panama School District.
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