The brief
The top-rated middle schools in Oklahoma City for 2026 are Classen MS of Advanced Studies (7.8/10), Santa Fe South MS (7.6/10), and Belle Isle MS (7.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of 31 middle schools with real test data included in this ranking. Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Oklahoma City's middle school landscape spans 31 ranked schools, with performance clustered around an average composite score of 5.7 out of 10. That average masks real variation at the top — Southeast MS leads the metro at 7.6, followed closely by Star Spencer MS and Redstone Intermediate School, both at 7.3. Only 3 schools break the 7-point threshold, meaning families willing to dig into the data can identify a meaningful edge for their student. The table below lets you sort by overall score, academics, and other key metrics to find the right fit. Scores reflect a combination of student achievement, growth, and equity measures, so a school ranked lower overall may still stand out on the dimension that matters most to your family. Start with the top performers, then filter by your neighborhood or priorities to narrow the list.
Ranked by composite score; the tick is the score on the 1–10 axis.
- 17.8
- 27.6
- 37.3
- 46.9
- 56.7
- 66.4
- 76.2
- 86.2
- 96.1
- 106.1
All 31 ranked
Every ranked school on the axis, then the ledger.Top 25 of 31
Rating · students · student-teacher ratio · grades- 1Classen MS of Advanced StudiesOklahoma Citystudents 890student-teacher ratio 17.5:1grades 5th–8th
- 2Santa Fe South MScharterSanta Fe South (charter)students 726student-teacher ratio 14.8:1grades 6th–8th
- 3Belle Isle MSOklahoma Citystudents 472student-teacher ratio 16.3:1grades 5th–8th
- 4Star Spencer MSOklahoma Citystudents 114student-teacher ratio 10.4:1grades 8th–8th
- 5Southeast MSOklahoma Citystudents 641student-teacher ratio 14.9:1grades 5th–8th
- 6Redstone Intermediate SchoolYukonstudents 741student-teacher ratio 19.0:1grades 4th–6th
- 7Dove Science Academy Middle School South OkccharterDove Schools of Okc (charter)students 296student-teacher ratio 17.4:1grades 6th–8th
- 8Crooked Oak MSCrooked Oakstudents 303student-teacher ratio 17.8:1grades 6th–8th
- 9Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms)Oklahoma Citystudents 92student-teacher ratio 4.8:1grades 6th–8th
- 10Cooper MSPutnam Citystudents 551student-teacher ratio 13.8:1grades 6th–8th
- 11Hefner MSPutnam Citystudents 891student-teacher ratio 13.7:1grades 6th–8th
- 12Roosevelt MSOklahoma Citystudents 867student-teacher ratio 14.2:1grades 5th–8th
- 13Independence Charter MScharterHarding Independence (charter)students 389student-teacher ratio 16.2:1grades 5th–8th
- 14Millwood Arts Academy MSMillwoodstudents 254student-teacher ratio 12.7:1grades 6th–8th
- 15Taft MSOklahoma Citystudents 1,056student-teacher ratio 13.9:1grades 5th–8th
- 16Western Heights MSWestern Heightsstudents 388student-teacher ratio 11.1:1grades 7th–8th
- 17Astec Charter MScharterAstec Chartersstudents 372student-teacher ratio 19.6:1grades 6th–8th
- 18Southridge JhsMoorestudents 584student-teacher ratio 17.7:1grades 7th–8th
- 19Capitol Hill MSOklahoma Citystudents 622student-teacher ratio 15.2:1grades 5th–8th
- 20Wheeler MSOklahoma Citystudents 517student-teacher ratio 14.8:1grades 5th–8th
- 21West JhsMoorestudents 614student-teacher ratio 16.2:1grades 7th–8th
- 22Webster MSOklahoma Citystudents 749student-teacher ratio 15.3:1grades 5th–8th
- 23John Marshall MSOklahoma Citystudents 672student-teacher ratio 14.3:1grades 5th–8th
- 24Jefferson MSOklahoma Citystudents 941student-teacher ratio 18.5:1grades 5th–8th
- 25Mary Golda Ross MSOklahoma Citystudents 709student-teacher ratio 15.8:1grades 5th–8th
Scores are based on 2024-25 data from the NCES Common Core of Data and Oklahoma education department. Rankings are relative to all public middle schools in Oklahoma. Learn about our methodology.
The map
The top 25 pinned; open a pin for the campus.Campus by campus
What each of the top ten reports.- 1
Classen MS of Advanced Studies
Oklahoma City
890 students · 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 5th–8th
Top 10% in Oklahoma
- Academics
- 9.7
- Growth
- 6.6
- Environment
- 7.1
- 2
Santa Fe South MS
Santa Fe South (charter)
726 students · 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 12% in Oklahoma · charter
- Academics
- 9.0
- Growth
- 6.9
- Environment
- 6.6
- 3
Belle Isle MS
Oklahoma City
472 students · 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 5th–8th
Top 19% in Oklahoma
- Academics
- 8.7
- Growth
- 5.9
- Environment
- 7.6
- 4
Star Spencer MS
Oklahoma City
114 students · 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 8th–8th
Top 28% in Oklahoma
- Academics
- 2.8
- Growth
- 9.1
- Environment
- 9.1
- 5
Southeast MS
Oklahoma City
641 students · 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 5th–8th
Top 33% in Oklahoma
- Academics
- 7.2
- Growth
- 5.3
- Environment
- 8.1
- 6
Redstone Intermediate School
Yukon
741 students · 19.0:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 4th–6th
Top 44% in Oklahoma
- Academics
- 9.1
- Growth
- 5.6
- Environment
- 4.0
- 7
Dove Science Academy Middle School South Okc
Dove Schools of Okc (charter)
296 students · 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 47% in Oklahoma · charter
- Academics
- 8.7
- Growth
- 4.9
- Environment
- 4.7
- 8
Crooked Oak MS
Crooked Oak
303 students · 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 48% in Oklahoma
- Academics
- 5.3
- Growth
- 7.9
- Environment
- 4.6
- 9
Emerson Alternative Ed. (ms)
Oklahoma City
92 students · 4.8:1 student-teacher ratio · grades 6th–8th
Top 52% in Oklahoma
- Academics
- 2.0
- Growth
- 8.4
- Environment
- 8.2
- 10
- Academics
- 6.0
- Growth
- 7.8
- Environment
- 3.5
Questions
What is the best middle school in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma?
According to MySchoolScout's 2026 rankings, Classen MS of Advanced Studies is the top-rated middle school in Oklahoma City with a composite score of 7.8/10. The score blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools — with equity shown as context, not scored.
How many middle schools are in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma?
Oklahoma City has 33 middle schools, including 4 charter schools. Of these, 32 have enough data for a full composite rating on MySchoolScout.
What is the average middle school rating in Oklahoma City?
Among 32 Oklahoma City middle schools with a composite score, the average is 5.7/10. Scores range from 1.0 (bottom of the state) to 10.0 (top 1% in Oklahoma).
How does MySchoolScout rate middle schools?
Schools with enough data receive a 1-10 composite score that blends Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, with growth counting most in elementary and middle grades. Equity data is shown for context but not scored. All scores are computed within Oklahoma, so schools are compared to peers in the same state. Data comes from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments.
What is a good school rating on MySchoolScout?
A score of 7 or above means a school is in roughly the top 30% of its state. A 5 is average. Anything above 8 is exceptional. Our ratings are relative to other schools in Oklahoma, not a national comparison, because each state has different testing standards.
Are charter schools included in the Oklahoma City middle school rankings?
Oklahoma City has 4 charter middle schools in its directory. Charter schools that meet this ranking's data requirements are included alongside traditional public schools using the same composite scoring methodology.
How should I use this ranking?
Consider your child's learning style. Some children thrive in smaller settings (look for student-teacher ratios under 14:1), while others do well in larger, more social environments. The schools on this list range widely in size and approach.
Look beyond the composite score. A school ranked #15 might be the best fit if it excels in growth (improving student outcomes year over year) even if its raw academic score is lower. Click into individual school profiles to see the breakdown.
Visit your top choices. Walk the hallways during a school day. Watch how teachers interact with students. Ask about before- and after-school care, transportation, and parent involvement. These details matter more than any dataset.
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