Serving 434 students in grades 7-8, Puterbaugh MiddleSchool ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 26%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Puterbaugh MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Puterbaugh MiddleSchool's student population of 434 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Puterbaugh MiddleSchool ranks within the top 30% of all 1,674 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Puterbaugh MiddleSchool is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#391 out of 1674 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
18%
12%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
3%
8%
White
43%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
23%
12%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Puterbaugh MiddleSchool's ranking?
Puterbaugh MiddleSchool is ranked #391 out of 1,674 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% OK state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 26% OK state average).
How many students attend Puterbaugh MiddleSchool?
434 students attend Puterbaugh MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Puterbaugh MiddleSchool students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are American Indian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Puterbaugh MiddleSchool?
Puterbaugh MiddleSchool has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Puterbaugh MiddleSchool offer ?
Puterbaugh MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Puterbaugh MiddleSchool part of?
Puterbaugh MiddleSchool is part of Mcalester School District.
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