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#745 of 1,750 schools in OK

Top 43% in state

Durant Intermediate ES

Middle School · DURANT

1314 Waco Street, Durant, OK 74701

Enrollment

558

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

6.3

Grades

5th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#745 of 1,750

In Durant

#5 of 12

public schools

In district

#3 of 7

DURANT

Academic performance

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Durant Intermediate ES

6.3/10

Middle School in Durant · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Durant Intermediate ES

Durant Intermediate ES is a public middle school in Durant, OK, part of DURANT. Durant Intermediate ES serves approximately 558 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Durant Intermediate ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #745 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Durant Intermediate ES show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • OK avg 5.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-14.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency29% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected+0.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment6.7Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,063
Chronic Absenteeism24.4%

Durant Intermediate ES — Students at Durant Intermediate ES score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 44 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
70%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
71%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
71%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
24%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
28%
ELA
30%
2024
Math
38.3%
ELA
47%
2025
Math
26.3%
ELA
30%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Durant Intermediate ES Compares

See how Durant Intermediate ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
58th percentile in OK
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
6.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.4%

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

1314 Waco Street, Durant, OK 74701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Durant Intermediate ES may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WARD ES EAST (rated 6.6/10, 12.3 miles away, in nearby Colbert), with a very similar rating. Another option is SILO MS (rated 6.1/10, 5.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, COLBERT MS (rated 5.5/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Colbert), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Durant, see our Durant schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.2 mi
School Distance Rating
NORTHWEST HEIGHTS ES Durant 0.3 mi 6.4
DURANT MS Durant 0.6 mi 3.7
WASHINGTON IRVING ES Durant 0.7 mi 4.9
ROBERT E LEE EARLY CHILDHOOD Durant 1.3 mi 5.3
VICTORY LIFE ACADEMY Durant 1.3 mi 5.0
DURANT HS Durant 1.5 mi 7.1
George Washington Elementary School Durant 1.6 mi 5.5
CALERA HS Calera 5.4 mi 8.5
CALERA ES Calera 5.5 mi 5.8
SILO HS Durant 5.4 mi 6.0
SILO MS Durant 5.4 mi 6.1
SILO ES Durant 5.4 mi 6.4
SILO EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Durant 5.4 mi 5.4
ROCK CREEK ES Durant 9.2 mi 8.4
CADDO HS Caddo 10.4 mi 9.3
CADDO ES Caddo 10.4 mi 4.5
ACHILLE ES Achille 11.8 mi 4.3
ACHILLE HS Achille 11.9 mi 6.7
WARD ES EAST Colbert 12.3 mi 6.6
COLBERT MS Colbert 12.2 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 74701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,576

Median Home Value

$188,100

Median Rent

$916/mo

Population

26,548

College Educated

29.1%

Homeownership

55.8%

Avg Commute

18 min

Poverty Rate

17.6%

Median Age

34.4

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BRISTOW MS Bristow, OK 6.3
EMERSON MS Enid, OK 6.3
PRYOR MS Pryor, OK 6.3
TAHLEQUAH MS Tahlequah, OK 6.3
CUSHING MS Cushing, OK 6.2
BYNG ES Ada, OK 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Durant Intermediate ES

What grades does Durant Intermediate ES serve?

Durant Intermediate ES serves students in grades 5th through 6th.

How many students attend Durant Intermediate ES?

Durant Intermediate ES has an enrollment of approximately 558 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Durant Intermediate ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Durant Intermediate ES is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Durant Intermediate ES rank in OK?

Durant Intermediate ES ranks #745 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Durant Intermediate ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Durant Intermediate ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Durant Intermediate ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Durant Intermediate ES has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Durant Intermediate ES a charter school?

No, Durant Intermediate ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Durant Intermediate ES a Title I school?

No, Durant Intermediate ES is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Durant Intermediate ES?

65.6% of students at Durant Intermediate ES 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
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
558
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Bryan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.4%

District

DURANT
District Enrollment
3,911
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,063
District Rank
#3 of 7

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