Serving 924 students in grades 9-12, Mcalester High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 26%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 924 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 73% (Btm 50% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcalester High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mcalester High School's student population of 924 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
924 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mcalester High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,674 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcalester High School is 0.70, which is less 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
#518 out of 1674 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
15%
12%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
16%
19%
Black
2%
8%
White
48%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
17%
12%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
73%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcalester High School's ranking?
Mcalester High School is ranked #518 out of 1,674 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Mcalester High School often compared to?
Mcalester High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Savanna High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% OK state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 26% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mcalester High School?
The graduation rate of Mcalester High School is 73%, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Mcalester High School?
924 students attend Mcalester High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Mcalester High School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcalester High School?
Mcalester High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mcalester High School offer ?
Mcalester High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mcalester High School part of?
Mcalester High School is part of Mcalester School District.
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