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Below Average

#1440 of 1,750 schools in OK

Butner HS

High School · BUTNER

Post Office Box 157, Cromwell, OK 74837

Enrollment

56

Student-Teacher

18.7:1

Score

4.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#1,440 of 1,750

In Cromwell

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

BUTNER

Academic growth

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Butner HS

4.9/10

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

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5.1/10

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About Butner HS

Butner HS is a public high school in Cromwell, OK, part of BUTNER. Butner HS serves approximately 56 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Butner HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,440 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Butner HS show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.1 pts below OK schools
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • OK avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

At 56 students, Butner HS is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Butner HS sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Butner HS sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-7.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency16% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
College Readiness3.3Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate50%+
AP Participation8.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,338
Chronic Absenteeism37.5%

Butner HS — Students at Butner HS score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 29.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 39.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 43 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
69.5%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
49.5%
ELA
30%
2013
Math
49.5%
ELA
69.5%
2014
Math
24.5%
ELA
69.5%
2015
ELA
75%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2018
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2019
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2022
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2024
Math
14%
ELA
33%
2025
Math
7%
ELA
25%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Butner HS Compares

See how Butner HS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
18th percentile in OK
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.2
Sports
10
5 boys' · 5 girls'
Advanced STEM
1/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
3 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
8.9% participation·State avg: 2.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics10sports offered
5 boys'·5 girls'·10 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses1 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

Post Office Box 157, Cromwell, OK 74837

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Butner HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NEW LIMA HS (rated 8.8/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Wewoka), which scores notably higher. Another option is PADEN HS (rated 8.4/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Paden), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ACADEMY OF SEMINOLE CHARTER HS (rated 7.8/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Seminole), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cromwell, see our Cromwell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.6 mi
School Distance Rating
BUTNER ES Cromwell 0.0 mi 5.1
BEARDEN PUBLIC SCHOOL Okemah 4.0 mi 4.7
STROTHER ES Seminole 7.4 mi 5.4
STROTHER HS Seminole 7.4 mi 7.4
OAKES ES Okemah 10.1 mi 5.7
OKEMAH MS Okemah 10.7 mi 5.3
OKEMAH NOBLE CTR Okemah 10.7 mi 7.4
OKEMAH HS Okemah 11.2 mi 7.0
WEWOKA MS Wewoka 13.1 mi 5.9
WEWOKA ES Wewoka 13.3 mi 6.3
WEWOKA HS Wewoka 13.3 mi 4.9
PADEN ES Paden 13.1 mi 3.3
PADEN HS Paden 13.1 mi 8.4
NEW LIMA ES Wewoka 13.7 mi 6.9
NEW LIMA HS Wewoka 13.7 mi 8.8
JUSTICE PUBLIC SCHOOL Wewoka 15.6 mi 6.9
ACADEMY OF SEMINOLE CHARTER HS Seminole 13.8 mi 7.8
ACADEMY OF SEMINOLE CHARTER ES Seminole 13.8 mi 6.4
VARNUM ES Seminole 13.6 mi 4.3
VARNUM HS Seminole 13.6 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 74837 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,625

Median Home Value

$74,800

Median Rent

$850/mo

Population

116

College Educated

58.2%

Homeownership

87.9%

Poverty Rate

18.2%

Median Age

66

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TULSA HOPE ACADEMY Tulsa, OK 4.5
TULSA HOPE ACADEMY Tulsa, OK 5.5
BUFFALO VALLEY HS Talihina, OK 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Butner HS

What grades does Butner HS serve?

Butner HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Butner HS?

Butner HS has an enrollment of approximately 56 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Butner HS?

The student-teacher ratio at Butner HS is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Butner HS rank in OK?

Butner HS ranks #1,440 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Butner HS's MySchoolScout rating?

Butner HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Butner HS?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Butner HS has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Butner HS a charter school?

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

Is Butner HS a Title I school?

No, Butner HS is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Butner HS?

73.2% of students at Butner 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
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Seminole County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.5%
4-Year Graduation
50%+

District

BUTNER
District Enrollment
204
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,338
District Rank
#2 of 2

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