Serving 677 students in grades 6-8, Western Oaks 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 17% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower 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 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 677 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Western Oaks Middle School serves the southwest part of Bethany, OK, covering an area of approximately 5.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Western Oaks Middle School's student population of 677 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
677 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Western Oaks 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 Western Oaks Middle School is 0.65, 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
#1247 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
25%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
52%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.1%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Warriors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western Oaks Middle School's ranking?
Western Oaks Middle School is ranked #1247 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Western Oaks Middle School often compared to?
Western Oaks Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yukon Middle School, Webster Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Western Oaks Middle School?
677 students attend Western Oaks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Western Oaks Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western Oaks Middle School?
Western Oaks Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Western Oaks Middle School offer ?
Western Oaks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Western Oaks Middle School part of?
Western Oaks Middle School is part of Putnam City School District.
In what neighborhood is Western Oaks Middle School located?
Western Oaks Middle School is located in the Central Oklahoma City neighborhood of Bethany, OK. There are 8 other public schools located in Central Oklahoma City.
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