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#1572 of 1,750 schools in OK

Guymon Junior High School

Middle School · GUYMON

712 N James, Guymon, OK 73942

Enrollment

441

Student-Teacher

19.2:1

Score

4.5

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#1,572 of 1,750

In Guymon

#7 of 8

public schools

In district

#7 of 8

GUYMON

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4.5/10

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

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About Guymon Junior High School

Guymon Junior High School is a public middle school in Guymon, OK, part of GUYMON. Guymon Junior High School serves approximately 441 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Guymon Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,572 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Guymon Junior High School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • OK avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Guymon Junior High School 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.

30% of students at Guymon Junior High School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-10 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.2Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency10% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-9.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
Resources & Environment2.7Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,985
Chronic Absenteeism30.4%

Guymon Junior High School — Students at Guymon Junior High School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 28.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 32.7% (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
64%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
11%
ELA
19%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
19%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
19%
2020*
Math
14%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
10%
2022
Math
13%
ELA
13%
2024
Math
13.7%
ELA
26.7%
2025
Math
10.3%
ELA
10%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Guymon Junior High School Compares

See how Guymon Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.5/10
10th percentile in OK
Academic
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.4%

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

712 N James, Guymon, OK 73942

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Guymon Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. GRUVER EL (rated 9.1/10, 29.6 miles away, in nearby Gruver), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOOKER HS (rated 7.4/10, 19.4 miles away, in nearby Hooker), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OPTIMA PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Optima), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Guymon, see our Guymon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 29.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ACADEMY ES Guymon 0.1 mi 4.6
HOMER LONG ES Guymon 0.6 mi 4.6
NORTHEAST ES Guymon 0.6 mi 4.9
NORTH PARK ES Guymon 0.7 mi 5.7
GUYMON HS Guymon 1.0 mi 5.6
PIONEER ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Guymon 1.0 mi
CARRIER ES Guymon 1.1 mi 2.7
PRAIRIE ES Guymon 1.6 mi 5.1
OPTIMA PUBLIC SCHOOL Optima 8.8 mi 6.9
GOODWELL ES Goodwell 10.1 mi 5.5
GOODWELL HS Goodwell 10.1 mi 6.8
STRAIGHT PUBLIC SCHOOL Guymon 13.5 mi
HARDESTY ES Hardesty 17.0 mi 4.6
HARDESTY HS Hardesty 17.0 mi
HOOKER ES Hooker 19.3 mi 6.1
HOOKER HS Hooker 19.4 mi 7.4
TEXHOMA ES Texhoma 20.7 mi 3.3
TEXHOMA HS Texhoma 20.7 mi 6.3
TEXHOMA EL Texhoma 21.2 mi 6.8
GRUVER EL Gruver 29.6 mi 9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 73942 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,609

Median Home Value

$172,400

Median Rent

$975/mo

Population

13,659

College Educated

20.9%

Homeownership

65.8%

Avg Commute

13.8 min

Poverty Rate

19.7%

Median Age

33.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Guymon Junior High School

What grades does Guymon Junior High School serve?

Guymon Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Guymon Junior High School?

Guymon Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 441 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Guymon Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Guymon Junior High School is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Guymon Junior High School rank in OK?

Guymon Junior High School ranks #1,572 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Guymon Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Guymon Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Guymon Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Guymon Junior High School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Guymon Junior High School a charter school?

No, Guymon Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Guymon Junior High School a Title I school?

No, Guymon Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Guymon Junior High School?

84.1% of students at Guymon Junior High School 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
62 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Texas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.4%

District

GUYMON
District Enrollment
2,949
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,985
District Rank
#7 of 8

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