Serving 726 students in grades 6-8, Santa Fe South 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 24% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 726 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Santa Fe South Middle School's student population of 726 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
726 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Rankings
Santa Fe South 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 Santa Fe South Middle School is 0.06, 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
#1189 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
97%
20%
Black
n/a
8%
White
1%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Santa Fe South Middle School's ranking?
Santa Fe South Middle School is ranked #1189 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Santa Fe South Middle School?
726 students attend Santa Fe South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Santa Fe South Middle School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Santa Fe South Middle School?
Santa Fe South Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Santa Fe South Middle School offer ?
Santa Fe South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Santa Fe South Middle School part of?
Santa Fe South Middle School is part of Santa Fe South Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Santa Fe South Middle School located?
Santa Fe South Middle School is located in the Central Oklahoma City neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK. There are 83 other public schools located in Central Oklahoma City.
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