Serving 95 students in grades 9-12, Putnam Heights Academy High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher 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 6:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 95 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 11-19% (Btm 50% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Putnam Heights Academy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Putnam Heights Academy High School's student population of 95 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
95 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Putnam Heights Academy 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 Putnam Heights Academy High 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
#662 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
15:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
43%
21%
Black
37%
8%
White
9%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)11-19%
78%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)97.9%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Putnam Heights Academy High School's ranking?
Putnam Heights Academy High School is ranked #662 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?
<50% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Putnam Heights Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Putnam Heights Academy High School is 11-19%, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Putnam Heights Academy High School?
95 students attend Putnam Heights Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Putnam Heights Academy High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Putnam Heights Academy High School?
Putnam Heights Academy High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Putnam Heights Academy High School offer ?
Putnam Heights Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Putnam Heights Academy High School part of?
Putnam Heights Academy High School is part of Oklahoma City School District.
In what neighborhood is Putnam Heights Academy High School located?
Putnam Heights Academy High School is located in the Uptown Oklahoma City neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK. There are 4 other public schools located in Uptown Oklahoma City.
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