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Durant MS

Middle School · DURANT

802 West Walnut Street, Durant, OK 74701

Enrollment

609

Student-Teacher

19.6:1

Score

3.7

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#1,697 of 1,750

In Durant

#12 of 12

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

DURANT

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Durant MS

3.7/10

Middle School in Durant · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Washington Irving ES

4.9/10

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About Durant MS

Durant MS is a public middle school in Durant, OK, part of DURANT. Durant MS serves approximately 609 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Durant MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,697 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Durant MS show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.0
  • OK avg 5.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-21.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency22% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-7.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,063
Chronic Absenteeism20.9%

Durant MS — Students at Durant MS score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 47.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.7% (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
65%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
74%
ELA
78%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
83%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
28%
ELA
29%
2024
Math
37.7%
ELA
49.3%
2025
Math
23%
ELA
21%

* 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: 2.5/10.

How Durant MS Compares

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

Overall Score
3.7/10
3th percentile in OK
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

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

802 West Walnut Street, Durant, OK 74701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Durant MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WARD ES EAST (rated 6.6/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Colbert), which scores notably higher. Another option is DURANT INTERMEDIATE ES (rated 6.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SILO MS (rated 6.1/10, 6.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Durant, see our Durant schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.2 mi
School Distance Rating
WASHINGTON IRVING ES Durant 0.2 mi 4.9
DURANT INTERMEDIATE ES Durant 0.6 mi 6.3
NORTHWEST HEIGHTS ES Durant 0.7 mi 6.4
ROBERT E LEE EARLY CHILDHOOD Durant 0.9 mi 5.3
DURANT HS Durant 1.8 mi 7.1
George Washington Elementary School Durant 1.8 mi 5.5
VICTORY LIFE ACADEMY Durant 1.8 mi 5.0
CALERA HS Calera 5.3 mi 8.5
CALERA ES Calera 5.4 mi 5.8
SILO HS Durant 6.0 mi 6.0
SILO MS Durant 6.0 mi 6.1
SILO ES Durant 6.0 mi 6.4
SILO EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Durant 6.0 mi 5.4
ROCK CREEK ES Durant 8.7 mi 8.4
CADDO HS Caddo 10.4 mi 9.3
CADDO ES Caddo 10.4 mi 4.5
ACHILLE ES Achille 11.4 mi 4.3
ACHILLE HS Achille 11.6 mi 6.7
WARD ES EAST Colbert 12.2 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

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GLENPOOL MS Glenpool, OK 4.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Durant MS

What grades does Durant MS serve?

Durant MS serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Durant MS?

Durant MS has an enrollment of approximately 609 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Durant MS?

The student-teacher ratio at Durant MS is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Durant MS rank in OK?

Durant MS ranks #1,697 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Durant MS's MySchoolScout rating?

Durant MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Durant MS?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Durant MS has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Durant MS a charter school?

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

Is Durant MS a Title I school?

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

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

62.6% of students at Durant 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
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
609
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Bryan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

District

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

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