Below Average
#1523 of 1,750 schools in OK
Del City MS
Middle School · MIDWEST CITY-DEL CITY
2300 Linda Lane, Del City, OK 73115
Enrollment
853
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
853
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#1,523 of 1,750
In Del City
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#10 of 19
MIDWEST CITY-DEL CITY
Academic growth
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Del City MS
Middle School in Del City · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Del City MS
Del City MS is a public middle school in Del City, OK, part of MIDWEST CITY-DEL CITY. Del City MS serves approximately 853 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Del City MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,523 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for Del City MS show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 4.6
- OK avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Del City 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.
61% of students at Del City MS were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Del City MS — Students at Del City MS score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)
Based on 48 test records from OK state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.0/10.
How Del City MS Compares
See how Del City MS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2300 Linda Lane, Del City, OK 73115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Del City MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CROOKED OAK MS (rated 6.2/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Oklahoma City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MIDWEST CITY MS (rated 4.7/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Midwest City), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Del City, see our Del City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DEL CITY ES Del City | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| CHRISTIAN HERITAGE ACADEMY Del City | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| DEL CITY HS Del City | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| TOWNSEND ES Del City | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| EPPERLY HEIGHTS ES Del City | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| DESTINY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Del City | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| TINKER ES Oklahoma City | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| MIDWEST CITY HS Midwest City | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL Midwest City | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| PARKVIEW ES Oklahoma City | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| CLEVELAND BAILEY ES Midwest City | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
| COUNTRY ESTATES ES Oklahoma City | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| MIDWEST CITY ES Midwest City | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| THE GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Midwest City | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| MIDWEST CITY MS Midwest City | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
| RIDGECREST ES Midwest City | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
| BODINE ES Oklahoma City | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| CROOKED OAK HS Oklahoma City | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| CENTRAL OAK ES Oklahoma City | 2.9 mi | 6.3 |
| CROOKED OAK MS Oklahoma City | 3.0 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 73115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,579
Median Home Value
$111,000
Median Rent
$1,024/mo
Population
20,407
College Educated
15.5%
Homeownership
56%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
21%
Median Age
35.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CENTENNIAL MS Broken Arrow, OK | 4.7 |
| DONALD P SLOAT JHS Coweta, OK | 4.7 |
| MAYFIELD MS Oklahoma City, OK | 4.7 |
| MIDWEST CITY MS Midwest City, OK | 4.7 |
| MOON MS Oklahoma City, OK | 4.7 |
| CHOCTAW MS Choctaw, OK | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Del City MS
What grades does Del City MS serve?
Del City MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Del City MS?
Del City MS has an enrollment of approximately 853 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Del City MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Del City MS is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Del City MS rank in OK?
Del City MS ranks #1,523 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is Del City MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Del City MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Del City MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Del City MS has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Del City MS a charter school?
No, Del City MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Del City MS a Title I school?
No, Del City MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Del City MS?
79.5% of students at Del City 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 853
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Oklahoma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.2%
- Phone
- (405) 671-8625
Resources & Links
District
MIDWEST CITY-DEL CITY- District Enrollment
- 12,380
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,270
- District Rank
- #10 of 19
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