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#99 of 1,750 schools in OK

Top 6% in state

Booker T. Washington HS

High School · TULSA

1514 East Zion Street, Tulsa, OK 74106

Enrollment

1,285

Student-Teacher

21.8:1

Score

8.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#99 of 1,750

In Tulsa

#2 of 104

public schools

In district

#1 of 69

TULSA

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Booker T. Washington HS

8.3/10

High School in Tulsa · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Booker T. Washington HS

Booker T. Washington HS is a public high school in Tulsa, OK, part of TULSA. Booker T.

Washington HS serves approximately 1,285 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 21.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Booker T. Washington HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #99 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Booker T. Washington HS show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares3.1 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 5.2
  • OK avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

Booker T. Washington HS runs 21.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.8Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency54% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected+20.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
College Readiness10.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate98%
AP Participation61.6%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment2.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,873
Chronic Absenteeism26.5%

Booker T. Washington HS — Students at Booker T. Washington HS score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 61.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 76.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 44 test records from OK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
97%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
98%
2014
Math
94%
ELA
98%
2015
Math
91%
ELA
95%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
68%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
41%
ELA
61%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
61%
2022
Math
38%
ELA
53%
2024
Math
35%
ELA
66%
2025
Math
41%
ELA
66%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.

How Booker T. Washington HS Compares

See how Booker T. Washington HS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
94th percentile in OK
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.2
Sports
20
9 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
59 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered IB Programme
61.6% participation·State avg: 2.2 AP courses·496 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
9 boys'·11 girls'·20 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1514 East Zion Street, Tulsa, OK 74106

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Booker T. Washington HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MCLAIN HS FOR SCIENCE AND TECH (rated 4.3/10, 2.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, TRAICE (rated 3.5/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Tulsa, see our Tulsa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
KIPP TULSA ACAD. COLLEGE PREP. Tulsa 0.3 mi 6.4
ANDERSON ES Tulsa 0.6 mi 6.5
FELICITAS MENDEZ INTL SCHOOL Tulsa 0.7 mi 5.8
HAWTHORNE ES Tulsa 1.1 mi 4.9
CARVER MS Tulsa 1.2 mi 6.0
SPRINGDALE ES Tulsa 1.2 mi 5.7
BURROUGHS ES Tulsa 1.4 mi 6.0
WHITMAN ES Tulsa 1.7 mi 5.2
SEQUOYAH ES Tulsa 1.9 mi 6.0
CELIA CLINTON ES Tulsa 1.7 mi 5.7
DREXEL ACADEMY Tulsa 1.9 mi 4.9
TRAICE Tulsa 2.0 mi 3.5
TRAICE MS Tulsa 2.0 mi 5.6
EMERSON ES Tulsa 2.0 mi 5.4
SAN MIGUEL SCHOOL OF TULSA Tulsa 2.2 mi 5.7
INSTITUTO BILINGUE GUADALUPANO Tulsa 2.2 mi
MONROE DEMONSTRATION MS Tulsa 2.5 mi 5.5
DEBORAH BROWN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Tulsa 2.4 mi 8.4
MCLAIN HS FOR SCIENCE AND TECH Tulsa 2.6 mi 4.3
PROJECT ACCEPT TRAICE ES Tulsa 2.2 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 74106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$37,714

Median Home Value

$98,900

Median Rent

$816/mo

Population

15,974

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

46.5%

Avg Commute

18.9 min

Poverty Rate

33%

Median Age

35.5

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SOUTHEAST HS Oklahoma City, OK 7.1
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Booker T. Washington HS

What grades does Booker T. Washington HS serve?

Booker T. Washington HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Booker T. Washington HS?

Booker T. Washington HS has an enrollment of approximately 1,285 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Booker T. Washington HS?

The student-teacher ratio at Booker T. Washington HS is 21.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Booker T. Washington HS rank in OK?

Booker T. Washington HS ranks #99 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Booker T. Washington HS's MySchoolScout rating?

Booker T. Washington HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Booker T. Washington HS?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Booker T. Washington HS has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Booker T. Washington HS a charter school?

No, Booker T. Washington HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Booker T. Washington HS a Title I school?

No, Booker T. Washington HS is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Booker T. Washington HS?

54.3% of students at Booker T. Washington HS qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,285
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
59
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Tulsa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.5%
4-Year Graduation
98.0%

District

TULSA
District Enrollment
33,562
Schools in District
69
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,873
District Rank
#1 of 69

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