Needs Improvement
#1685 of 1,750 schools in OK
Healdton MS
Middle School · HEALDTON
Post Office Box 490, Healdton, OK 73438
Enrollment
103
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
103
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
3.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#1,685 of 1,750
In Healdton
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
HEALDTON
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Healdton MS
Middle School in Healdton · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Healdton ES
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Healdton HS
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About Healdton MS
Healdton MS is a public middle school in Healdton, OK, part of HEALDTON. Healdton MS serves approximately 103 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 20.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Healdton MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,685 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for Healdton MS show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- OK avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 103 students, Healdton MS is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Healdton 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.
Healdton MS runs 20.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Healdton MS — Students at Healdton MS score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.7%
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: 6.0/10.
How Healdton MS Compares
See how Healdton 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
Post Office Box 490, Healdton, OK 73438
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Healdton MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. RINGLING JHS (rated 6.7/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Ringling), which scores notably higher. Another option is PLAINVIEW MS (rated 5.3/10, 18.8 miles away, in nearby Ardmore), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LONE GROVE MS (rated 5.2/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby Lone Grove), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Healdton, see our Healdton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HEALDTON ES Healdton | 0.1 mi | 6.2 |
| HEALDTON HS Healdton | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| ZANEIS PUBLIC SCHOOL Wilson | 4.0 mi | 7.4 |
| WILSON ES Wilson | 6.1 mi | 7.5 |
| WILSON HS Wilson | 6.3 mi | 6.2 |
| RINGLING ES Ringling | 6.5 mi | 5.1 |
| RINGLING HS Ringling | 6.5 mi | 7.4 |
| RINGLING JHS Ringling | 6.5 mi | 6.7 |
| FOX ES Fox | 9.1 mi | 5.9 |
| FOX HS Fox | 9.1 mi | 8.2 |
| LONE GROVE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Lone Grove | 13.8 mi | 5.6 |
| LONE GROVE PRIMARY ES Lone Grove | 13.8 mi | 6.5 |
| LONE GROVE MS Lone Grove | 14.6 mi | 5.2 |
| LONE GROVE HS Lone Grove | 14.6 mi | 7.9 |
| VELMA-ALMA ES Velma | 18.3 mi | 4.5 |
| VELMA-ALMA MS Velma | 18.4 mi | 4.5 |
| VELMA-ALMA HS Velma | 18.4 mi | 6.9 |
| PLAINVIEW PRIMARY ES Ardmore | 18.6 mi | 6.5 |
| PLAINVIEW INTERMEDIATE ES Ardmore | 18.7 mi | 6.2 |
| PLAINVIEW MS Ardmore | 18.8 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 73438 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,542
Median Home Value
$70,900
Median Rent
$845/mo
Population
3,055
College Educated
15.4%
Homeownership
78.8%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.8%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CARNEGIE MS Carnegie, OK | 3.9 |
| ARKOMA MS Arkoma, OK | 4.0 |
| WELEETKA JHS Weleetka, OK | 4.0 |
| STRATFORD MS Stratford, OK | 4.1 |
| FOYIL JHS Foyil, OK | 4.3 |
| NAVAJO JHS Altus, OK | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Healdton MS
What grades does Healdton MS serve?
Healdton MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Healdton MS?
Healdton MS has an enrollment of approximately 103 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Healdton MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Healdton MS is 20.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Healdton MS rank in OK?
Healdton MS ranks #1,685 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is Healdton MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Healdton MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Healdton MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Healdton MS has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Healdton MS a charter school?
No, Healdton MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Healdton MS a Title I school?
No, Healdton MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Healdton MS?
75.7% of students at Healdton 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 103
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Carter County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.3%
- Phone
- (580) 229-0303
Resources & Links
District
HEALDTON- District Enrollment
- 498
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,381
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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