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#1383 of 1,750 schools in OK
Douglass HS
High School · OKLAHOMA CITY
900 North Martin Luther King Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73117
Enrollment
649
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
649
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
5.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#1,383 of 1,750
In Oklahoma City
#101 of 137
public schools
In district
#43 of 57
OKLAHOMA CITY
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Douglass HS
Douglass HS is a public high school in Oklahoma City, OK, part of OKLAHOMA CITY. Douglass HS serves approximately 649 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Douglass HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,383 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for Douglass HS show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- OK avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Douglass 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.
66% of students at Douglass HS 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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Douglass HS — Students at Douglass HS score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)
Based on 44 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: 9.4/10.
How Douglass HS Compares
See how Douglass HS 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
900 North Martin Luther King Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73117
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Douglass HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CLASSEN HS OF ADVANCED STUDIES (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CROOKED OAK HS (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE ACADEMY OF CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN MIDTOWN CAMPUS (rated 6.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oklahoma City, see our Oklahoma City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOON MS Oklahoma City | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| CENTRAL OAK ES Oklahoma City | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| CROOKED OAK HS Oklahoma City | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| CROOKED OAK MS Oklahoma City | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| THELMA R. PARKS ES Oklahoma City | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| LITTLE LIGHT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oklahoma City | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| CLASSEN HS OF ADVANCED STUDIES Oklahoma City | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
| PARKVIEW ADVENTIST ACADEMY Oklahoma City | 2.8 mi | 7.1 |
| THE ACADEMY OF CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN MIDTOWN CAMPUS Oklahoma City | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| EPPERLY HEIGHTS ES Del City | 2.8 mi | 4.2 |
| WHEELER MS Oklahoma City | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
| PLEASANT HILL EC CTR Oklahoma City | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
| DEL CITY HS Del City | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| EMERSON ALTERNATIVE ED. (HS) Oklahoma City | 2.6 mi | 5.3 |
| EMERSON ALTERNATIVE ED. (ES) Oklahoma City | 2.6 mi | 7.9 |
| EMERSON ALTERNATIVE ED. (MS) Oklahoma City | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| JOHN W REX CHARTER ELEMENTARY Oklahoma City | 2.7 mi | 4.7 |
| M.L. KING JR. ES Oklahoma City | 3.2 mi | 5.1 |
| DESTINY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Del City | 3.1 mi | 6.6 |
| WILSON ES Oklahoma City | 2.8 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 73117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$21,923
Median Home Value
$116,300
Median Rent
$951/mo
Population
5,873
College Educated
18.5%
Homeownership
40%
Poverty Rate
46.7%
Median Age
34.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BISHOP KELLEY HIGH SCHOOL, INC. Tulsa, OK | 5.1 |
| BISHOP MCGUINNESS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Oklahoma City, OK | 5.1 |
| OKLAHOMA CONNECTIONS ACAD HS Bartlesville, OK | 5.0 |
| TULSA HONOR ACADEMY HS Tulsa, OK | 5.0 |
| SEMINOLE HS Seminole, OK | 5.2 |
| STAR SPENCER HS Spencer, OK | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Douglass HS
What grades does Douglass HS serve?
Douglass HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Douglass HS?
Douglass HS has an enrollment of approximately 649 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Douglass HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Douglass HS is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Douglass HS rank in OK?
Douglass HS ranks #1,383 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is Douglass HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Douglass HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Douglass HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Douglass HS has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Douglass HS a charter school?
No, Douglass HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Douglass HS a Title I school?
No, Douglass HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Douglass HS?
94.8% of students at Douglass 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 649
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Oklahoma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.1%
- Phone
- (405) 587-4200
- 4-Year Graduation
- 62.0%
Resources & Links
District
OKLAHOMA CITY- District Enrollment
- 32,899
- Schools in District
- 58
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,336
- District Rank
- #43 of 57
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