Serving 607 students in grades 6-7, Ponca City West Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 22% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: PONCA CITY WEST MS serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire Ponca City school district, covering approximately 172.9 square miles. The zone allows for a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 13.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ponca City West Middle School's student population of 607 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
607 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ponca City West 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 Ponca City West Middle School is 0.67, 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
#1084 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
25%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
16%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
12%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.8%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ponca City West Middle School's ranking?
Ponca City West Middle School is ranked #1084 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Ponca City West Middle School?
607 students attend Ponca City West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Ponca City West Middle School students are White, 16% of students are American Indian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ponca City West Middle School?
Ponca City West Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ponca City West Middle School offer ?
Ponca City West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ponca City West Middle School part of?
Ponca City West Middle School is part of Ponca City School District.
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