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Heartland MS

Middle School · EDMOND

4900 Explorer Dr, Edmond, OK 73003

Enrollment

1,036

Student-Teacher

17.9:1

Score

5.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#1,294 of 1,750

In Edmond

#30 of 37

public schools

In district

#24 of 28

EDMOND

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Heartland MS

5.3/10

Middle School in Edmond · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Heartland MS

Heartland MS is a public middle school in Edmond, OK, part of EDMOND. Heartland MS serves approximately 1,036 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Heartland MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,294 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Heartland MS show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • OK avg 5.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-15.25 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency30% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-9.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,439
Chronic Absenteeism16.1%

Heartland MS — Students at Heartland MS score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 34.6% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.0% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 34 test records from OK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2016
Math
47%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
28%
ELA
34%
2024
Math
38.5%
ELA
51.5%
2025
Math
28.8%
ELA
30.8%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How Heartland MS Compares

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

Overall Score
5.3/10
26th percentile in OK
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.1%

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

4900 Explorer Dr, Edmond, OK 73003

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Heartland MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CHEYENNE MS (rated 7.0/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dove Virtual Academy Middle School (rated 6.9/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUMMIT MS (rated 6.0/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Edmond, see our Edmond schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
FRONTIER ES Edmond 0.1 mi 5.6
KEYSTONE ADVENTURE SCHOOL AND FARM Edmond 1.0 mi 7.5
PRAIRIE VALE ES Edmond 1.7 mi 7.8
WASHINGTON IRVING ES Edmond 1.6 mi 4.4
WEST FIELD ES Edmond 1.8 mi 6.1
GROVE VALLEY ES Edmond 1.9 mi 5.9
DEER CREEK MS Edmond 2.6 mi 5.8
ANGIE DEBO ES Edmond 3.1 mi 6.0
HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Edmond 3.1 mi 5.5
CHARLES HASKELL ES Edmond 3.4 mi 7.1
CHEYENNE MS Edmond 2.8 mi 7.0
SUMMIT MS Edmond 3.5 mi 6.0
SANTA FE HS Edmond 3.3 mi 6.4
4TH AND 5TH GRADE CENTER Edmond 3.2 mi 5.5
Scissortail Elementary School Okc 4.0 mi 6.5
CROSS TIMBERS ES Edmond 3.6 mi 6.1
IDA FREEMAN ES Edmond 3.5 mi 6.5
JOHN ROSS ES Edmond 3.5 mi 5.1
NORTH HS Edmond 3.6 mi 7.4
Dove Virtual Academy Middle School Edmond 4.2 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 73003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,957

Median Home Value

$230,000

Median Rent

$1,338/mo

Population

22,573

College Educated

41.8%

Homeownership

58.1%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

10.5%

Median Age

38.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Heartland MS

What grades does Heartland MS serve?

Heartland MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Heartland MS?

Heartland MS has an enrollment of approximately 1,036 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Heartland MS?

The student-teacher ratio at Heartland MS is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Heartland MS rank in OK?

Heartland MS ranks #1,294 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Heartland MS's MySchoolScout rating?

Heartland MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Heartland MS?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Heartland MS has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

Is Heartland MS a charter school?

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

Is Heartland MS a Title I school?

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

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

42.6% of students at Heartland 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
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,036
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Oklahoma County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.1%

District

EDMOND
District Enrollment
25,878
Schools in District
28
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,439
District Rank
#24 of 28

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