Serving 129 students in grades 6-8, Walters Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walters MS serves an attendance zone that covers the entire school district in Walters, OK, encompassing approximately 196.2 square miles. Families within the zone typically drive 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 9.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 15.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walters Middle School's student population of 129 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
129 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Walters 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 Walters Middle School is 0.60, 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
#1120 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
14%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
1%
8%
White
60%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walters Middle School's ranking?
Walters Middle School is ranked #1120 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Walters Middle School?
129 students attend Walters Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Walters Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walters Middle School?
Walters Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Walters Middle School offer ?
Walters Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walters Middle School part of?
Walters Middle School is part of Walters School District.
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