Serving 284 students in grades 6-8, Sequoyah Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: SEQUOYAH MS's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Claremore, OK, covering an area of approximately 64.4 square miles. Most students typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sequoyah Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sequoyah Middle School's student population of 284 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Year Founded
1908
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sequoyah 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 Sequoyah Middle School is 0.66, 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
#1016 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
25%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
American Indian
25%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Black
1%
8%
White
50%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
18%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sequoyah Middle School's ranking?
Sequoyah Middle School is ranked #1016 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Sequoyah Middle School often compared to?
Sequoyah Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Will Rogers Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Sequoyah Middle School?
284 students attend Sequoyah Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Sequoyah Middle School students are White, 25% of students are American Indian, 18% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sequoyah Middle School?
Sequoyah Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sequoyah Middle School offer ?
Sequoyah Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sequoyah Middle School part of?
Sequoyah Middle School is part of Sequoyah School District.
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