Serving 423 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Sadler Arts Academy ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sadler Arts Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sadler Arts Academy's student population of 423 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Sadler Arts Academy ranks within the top 1% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sadler Arts Academy is 0.76, which is more 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
#3 out of 1680 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
11%
11%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
15%
8%
White
30%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
35%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
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 Sadler Arts Academy's ranking?
Sadler Arts Academy is ranked #3 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Sadler Arts Academy?
423 students attend Sadler Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Sadler Arts Academy students are Two or more races, 30% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 11% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sadler Arts Academy?
Sadler Arts Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sadler Arts Academy offer ?
Sadler Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sadler Arts Academy part of?
Sadler Arts Academy is part of Muskogee School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2006
Sadler is an excellent school which encourages learning through creative approaches. This allows children to learn to think beyond memorized answers.In addition to the basic subjects children rotate through art, dance, and music. Special guests and field trips often focus on the arts (such as a recent trip to see a stage production in Tahlequah)The facilities are in good condition and well kept with an excellent renovated auditorium and cafetieria.
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