Serving 693 students in grades 6-8, Tahlequah Middle 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 30% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is higher 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 82% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tahlequah Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Tahlequah Middle School's student population of 693 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
693 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Tahlequah Middle 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 Middle School is 0.75, 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
#612 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
31%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
1%
8%
White
18%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
27%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tahlequah Middle School's ranking?
Tahlequah Middle School is ranked #612 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Tahlequah Middle School often compared to?
Tahlequah Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherokee Immersion Charter School, Lowrey Public School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Tahlequah Middle School?
693 students attend Tahlequah Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Tahlequah Middle School students are American Indian, 27% of students are Two or more races, 23% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tahlequah Middle School?
Tahlequah Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Tahlequah Middle School offer ?
Tahlequah Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tahlequah Middle School part of?
Tahlequah Middle School is part of Tahlequah School District.
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