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#642 of 1,750 schools in OK

Top 37% in state

Checotah MS

Middle School · CHECOTAH

Post Office Box 289, Checotah, OK 74426

Enrollment

316

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

6.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#642 of 1,750

In Checotah

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

CHECOTAH

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Checotah MS

6.5/10

Middle School in Checotah · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Checotah Intermediate ES

5.6/10

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6.7/10

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About Checotah MS

Checotah MS is a public middle school in Checotah, OK, part of CHECOTAH. Checotah MS serves approximately 316 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Checotah MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #642 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Checotah MS show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above OK schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • OK avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Checotah MS 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 · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-18.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency30% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected+10.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,447
Chronic Absenteeism15.2%

Checotah MS — Students at Checotah MS score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

83.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 48 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
55%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
64%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
78%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
70%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
26%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
20%
2022
Math
24%
ELA
22%
2024
Math
47.3%
ELA
51%
2025
Math
28.8%
ELA
32.3%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How Checotah MS Compares

See how Checotah MS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
63th percentile in OK
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
83%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.2%

Programs & Offerings

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 289, Checotah, OK 74426

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Checotah MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HILLDALE MS (rated 7.0/10, 18.1 miles away, in nearby Muskogee), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, EUFAULA MS (rated 6.2/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Eufaula), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Checotah, see our Checotah schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 18.8 mi
School Distance Rating
CHECOTAH INTERMEDIATE ES Checotah 0.6 mi 5.6
MARSHALL ES Checotah 0.6 mi 6.7
CHECOTAH HS Checotah 0.9 mi 6.3
OKTAHA ES Oktaha 8.1 mi 5.4
OKTAHA HS Oktaha 8.1 mi 9.0
WAINWRIGHT PUBLIC SCHOOL Wainwright 10.2 mi 3.6
MIDWAY ES Council Hill 9.4 mi 3.5
MIDWAY HS Council Hill 9.4 mi 7.2
EUFAULA HS Eufaula 13.4 mi 8.3
EUFAULA ES Eufaula 13.3 mi 5.3
STIDHAM PUBLIC SCHOOL Eufaula 11.7 mi 7.7
EUFAULA MS Eufaula 13.3 mi 6.2
WARNER ES Warner 12.5 mi 7.2
WARNER HS Warner 12.5 mi 8.7
CARLTON LANDING ACADEMY ES Carlton Landing 18.3 mi 8.6
HILLDALE HS Muskogee 18.1 mi 5.9
PORUM ES Porum 16.1 mi 6.7
PORUM HS Porum 16.1 mi 7.6
HILLDALE MS Muskogee 18.1 mi 7.0
HILLDALE LOWER ES Muskogee 18.8 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 74426 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,832

Median Home Value

$118,800

Median Rent

$710/mo

Population

9,482

College Educated

14.4%

Homeownership

77.1%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

19.7%

Median Age

46

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ELK CITY MS Elk City, OK 6.6
KIPP TULSA ACAD. COLLEGE PREP. Tulsa, OK 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Checotah MS

What grades does Checotah MS serve?

Checotah MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Checotah MS?

Checotah MS has an enrollment of approximately 316 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Checotah MS?

The student-teacher ratio at Checotah MS is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Checotah MS rank in OK?

Checotah MS ranks #642 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Checotah MS's MySchoolScout rating?

Checotah MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Checotah MS?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Checotah MS has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Checotah MS a charter school?

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

Is Checotah MS a Title I school?

No, Checotah MS is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Checotah MS?

83.2% of students at Checotah MS 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
63 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
83.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
McIntosh County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.2%

District

CHECOTAH
District Enrollment
1,414
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,447
District Rank
#2 of 4

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