Serving 63 students in grades 6-8, Welch Middle School 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Welch MS's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Welch, OK, covering approximately 247.2 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 19.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Welch Middle School's student population of 63 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
63 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Welch 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 Welch Middle School is 0.61, 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
#1453 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
40%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
n/a
8%
White
48%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.2%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Welch Middle School's ranking?
Welch Middle School is ranked #1453 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Welch Middle School?
63 students attend Welch Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Welch Middle School students are White, 40% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Welch Middle School?
Welch Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Welch Middle School offer ?
Welch Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Welch Middle School part of?
Welch Middle School is part of Welch School District.
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