Serving 1,358 students in grades 9-12, Tahlequah High School ranks in the top 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 38% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,358 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 30% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: TAHLEQUAH HS's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 139.8 square miles in Tahlequah, OK. Typically, families can expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 21.3 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tahlequah High School's student population of 1,358 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,358 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tahlequah 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 Tahlequah High School is 0.75, which is more 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
#575 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
25%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
35%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
22%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
88%
81.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.9%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tahlequah High School's ranking?
Tahlequah High School is ranked #575 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Tahlequah High School often compared to?
Tahlequah High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Keys High School, Sequoyah High School by visitors of our site.
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 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tahlequah High School?
The graduation rate of Tahlequah High School is 88%, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 81.2%.
How many students attend Tahlequah High School?
1,358 students attend Tahlequah High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Tahlequah High School students are American Indian, 22% of students are Two or more races, 21% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tahlequah High School?
Tahlequah High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Tahlequah High School offer ?
Tahlequah High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tahlequah High School part of?
Tahlequah High School is part of Tahlequah School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I'm a former student who went to Tahlequah High School. I can say that the school, as far as academics go, was far from par. I was not being challenged. To me, thats really what matters in a school. That's why you're there, right? To get an education? But no, I sat around all day.
2 10/10/2025
This school doesn't have a single book for ANY class for my 9th grader. I can't help him with homework when there's no books. This school is really subpar. I'm moving my son out of Tahlequah schools.
3 10/10/2025
I have six kids. They have all had different experiences here. It depends on the kid and the effort. There are opportunities but they seem limited in comparison to large schools. The teachers and administrative staff do their best but are still closed minded as far as teenagers go. I have been both extremely extremely disappointed and happy with this school. It's a good school if you want small town atmosphere and you lean towards more strict parenting.
1 10/10/2025
In my opinion Tahlequah does offer some great things because there are so many students, but those students are also rude when it comes to people being different. My daughter is only in the 9th grade and she already has a lot to deal with, but the amount of people that are rude to her is not okay. Teachers now do everything on a computer which is okay sometimes, but a lot of the time it is harder for her to understand and the teachers are very closed minded when it comes to helping their students. They must be right in the situation or it is automatically a referral. This school needs a major upgrade on attitudes, education, and how the staff treats children.
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