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#1439 of 1,750 schools in OK

Childers MS

Middle School · BROKEN ARROW

301 East Tucson Street, Broken Arrow, OK 74011

Enrollment

790

Student-Teacher

18.4:1

Score

4.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#1,439 of 1,750

In Broken Arrow

#20 of 29

public schools

In district

#19 of 27

BROKEN ARROW

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Childers MS

4.9/10

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

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5.8/10

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About Childers MS

Childers MS is a public middle school in Broken Arrow, OK, part of BROKEN ARROW. Childers MS serves approximately 790 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Childers MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,439 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Childers MS show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • OK avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Childers MS 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-10.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency18% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-15.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment3.1Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$8,777
Chronic Absenteeism21.3%

Childers MS — Students at Childers MS score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 43.0% (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
79%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
61%
ELA
71%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
34%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
18%
ELA
23%
2024
Math
21.8%
ELA
35.3%
2025
Math
18.3%
ELA
18%

* 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: 6.7/10.

How Childers MS Compares

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

Overall Score
4.9/10
18th percentile in OK
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.3%

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

301 East Tucson Street, Broken Arrow, OK 74011

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Childers MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SEQUOYAH MS (rated 5.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is OLIVER MS (rated 5.0/10, 3.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, EAST INTERMEDIATE (rated 4.6/10, 3.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Broken Arrow, see our Broken Arrow schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
SPRING CREEK ES Broken Arrow 0.1 mi 5.8
ARROW SPRINGS EARLY CHILDHOOD Broken Arrow 1.7 mi 3.3
BROKEN ARROW FRESHMAN ACADEMY Broken Arrow 2.0 mi 5.4
LEISURE PARK ES Broken Arrow 1.9 mi 5.5
WEEKDAY EARLY EDUCATION Broken Arrow 2.3 mi
SEQUOYAH MS Broken Arrow 2.6 mi 5.7
ASPEN CREEK EC CENTER Broken Arrow 2.3 mi 6.6
ASPEN CREEK ES Broken Arrow 2.3 mi 5.5
VANDEVER ES Broken Arrow 2.9 mi 5.5
OAK CREST ES Broken Arrow 3.4 mi 5.3
WOLF CREEK ES Broken Arrow 3.1 mi 5.4
OLIVER MS Broken Arrow 3.2 mi 5.0
SUMMIT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Broken Arrow 3.4 mi 4.8
LYNN WOOD ES Broken Arrow 3.7 mi 5.0
EAST ES Broken Arrow 3.4 mi 7.3
EAST INTERMEDIATE Broken Arrow 3.4 mi 4.6
ROSEWOOD ES Broken Arrow 3.8 mi 6.2
SUMMIT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Broken Arrow 4.5 mi 4.2
RHOADES ES Broken Arrow 4.9 mi 6.1
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Broken Arrow 5.1 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 74011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,643

Median Home Value

$244,900

Median Rent

$1,303/mo

Population

33,191

College Educated

41.1%

Homeownership

78.9%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

37.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CENTRAL MS Edmond, OK 4.9
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MARY GOLDA ROSS MS Oklahoma City, OK 4.9
MUSTANG HORIZON IES Yukon, OK 4.9
SAPULPA MS Sapulpa, OK 4.9
CENTRAL JHS Moore, OK 5.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Childers MS

What grades does Childers MS serve?

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

How many students attend Childers MS?

Childers MS has an enrollment of approximately 790 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Childers MS?

The student-teacher ratio at Childers MS is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Childers MS rank in OK?

Childers MS ranks #1,439 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Childers MS's MySchoolScout rating?

Childers MS 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 Childers MS?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Childers MS has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Childers MS a charter school?

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

Is Childers MS a Title I school?

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

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

54.4% of students at Childers 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
22 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
14 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
790
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Tulsa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.3%

District

BROKEN ARROW
District Enrollment
20,054
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,777
District Rank
#19 of 27

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