Serving 445 students in grades 9-12, Sulphur High School ranks in the top 30% 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 34:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 34:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 30% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sulphur High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sulphur High School's student population of 445 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
445 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sulphur High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sulphur High School is 0.62, 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
#387 out of 1680 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
34:1
15:1
American Indian
26%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
n/a
8%
White
55%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)85-89%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Sulphur High School's ranking?
Sulphur High School is ranked #387 out of 1,680 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sulphur High School?
The graduation rate of Sulphur High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Sulphur High School?
445 students attend Sulphur High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Sulphur High School students are White, 26% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sulphur High School?
Sulphur High School has a student ration of 34:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sulphur High School offer ?
Sulphur High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sulphur High School part of?
Sulphur High School is part of Sulphur School District.
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