Serving 94 students in grades 6-8, Cherokee Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher 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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherokee Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cherokee Middle School's student population of 94 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
94 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Cherokee Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherokee Middle School is 0.39, 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
#293 out of 1652 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
1%
8%
White
77%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
11%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherokee Middle School's ranking?
Cherokee Middle School is ranked #293 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Cherokee Middle School?
94 students attend Cherokee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Cherokee Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherokee Middle School?
Cherokee Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cherokee Middle School offer ?
Cherokee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cherokee Middle School part of?
Cherokee Middle School is part of Cherokee School District.
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