Serving 468 students in grades 6-8, Thoreau Demonstration Academy 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 9% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 26%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thoreau Demonstration Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Thoreau Demonstration Academy's student population of 468 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thoreau Demonstration Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,674 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thoreau Demonstration Academy is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1368 out of 1674 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
4%
12%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
30%
19%
Black
25%
8%
White
30%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
12%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thoreau Demonstration Academy's ranking?
Thoreau Demonstration Academy is ranked #1368 out of 1,674 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Thoreau Demonstration Academy often compared to?
Thoreau Demonstration Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Edison Preparatory MiddleSchool, Carver MiddleSchool by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% OK state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 26% OK state average).
How many students attend Thoreau Demonstration Academy?
468 students attend Thoreau Demonstration Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Thoreau Demonstration Academy students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 25% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thoreau Demonstration Academy?
Thoreau Demonstration Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Thoreau Demonstration Academy offer ?
Thoreau Demonstration Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Thoreau Demonstration Academy part of?
Thoreau Demonstration Academy is part of Tulsa School District.
School Reviews
2 4/26/2021
I loved Thoreau until my son entered into his Spanish class and 9/10 was not let into this class online. My husband and I have reached out multiple times throughout the semester to find out why he's not being let into this vital class. We've emailed, called, left voicemails, we've tried everything except for showing up at the school to speak with someone in person about this situation. My son studies from home due to myself having an autoimmune condition that keeps us all home, so I won't become ill. All I need is for someone at Thoreau to contact me and his father to let us know why he's not being allowed into the classroom. Please and thank you.
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