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#753 of 1,750 schools in OK

Top 43% in state

Idabel HS

High School · IDABEL

200 NE Ave C, Idabel, OK 74745

Enrollment

425

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

6.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#753 of 1,750

In Idabel

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

IDABEL

Academic growth

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Idabel HS

6.3/10

High School in Idabel · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Idabel Primary South ES

6.9/10

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About Idabel HS

Idabel HS is a public high school in Idabel, OK, part of IDABEL. Idabel HS serves approximately 425 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Idabel HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #753 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Idabel HS show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below OK schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • OK avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Idabel HS 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 · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.1Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency6% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency16% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)18% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-2.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
College Readiness6.0Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation19.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,812
Chronic Absenteeism30.6%

Idabel HS — Students at Idabel HS score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

85.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.7% (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
77%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2024
Math
7%
ELA
26%
2025
Math
6%
ELA
25%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Idabel HS Compares

See how Idabel HS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
57th percentile in OK
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
5.4/10
Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.2
Sports
4
2 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
86%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
19.5% participation·State avg: 2.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics4sports offered
2 boys'·2 girls'·4 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

200 NE Ave C, Idabel, OK 74745

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Idabel HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WRIGHT CITY HS (rated 7.9/10, 16.7 miles away, in nearby Wright City), which scores notably higher. Another option is BROKEN BOW HS (rated 7.5/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Broken Bow), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HAWORTH HS (rated 7.1/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Haworth), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Idabel, see our Idabel schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.7 mi
School Distance Rating
IDABEL PRIMARY SOUTH ES Idabel 0.3 mi 6.9
CENTRAL ES Idabel 0.8 mi 7.2
IDABEL MS Idabel 1.2 mi 5.2
DENISON PUBLIC SCHOOL Idabel 2.1 mi 7.1
HOLLY CREEK PUBLIC SCHOOL Broken Bow 7.0 mi 7.5
FOREST GROVE PUBLIC SCHOOL Garvin 7.2 mi 8.1
LUKFATA PUBLIC SCHOOL Broken Bow 9.7 mi 7.7
BROKEN BOW HS Broken Bow 10.3 mi 7.5
RECTOR JOHNSON MS Broken Bow 10.3 mi 5.5
DIERKS ES Broken Bow 10.5 mi 5.7
HAWORTH ES Haworth 9.6 mi 6.1
HAWORTH HS Haworth 9.6 mi 7.1
HAWORTH MS Haworth 9.6 mi 7.3
BENNETT ES Broken Bow 11.3 mi 5.8
GLOVER PUBLIC SCHOOL Broken Bow 13.4 mi 7.6
WRIGHT CITY ES Wright City 16.7 mi 4.7
WRIGHT CITY JHS Wright City 16.7 mi 2.7
WRIGHT CITY HS Wright City 16.7 mi 7.9
EAGLETOWN ES Eagletown 17.7 mi 4.9
EAGLETOWN HS Eagletown 17.7 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 74745 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,498

Median Home Value

$130,600

Median Rent

$723/mo

Population

9,756

College Educated

18.7%

Homeownership

62.5%

Avg Commute

19.3 min

Poverty Rate

25.5%

Median Age

34.7

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MADILL HS Madill, OK 6.3
SALLISAW HS Sallisaw, OK 6.3
CRISTO REY OKLAHOMA CITY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL INC Oklahoma City, OK 6.2
DICKSON HS Ardmore, OK 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Idabel HS

What grades does Idabel HS serve?

Idabel HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Idabel HS?

Idabel HS has an enrollment of approximately 425 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Idabel HS?

The student-teacher ratio at Idabel HS is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Idabel HS rank in OK?

Idabel HS ranks #753 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Idabel HS's MySchoolScout rating?

Idabel HS 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 Idabel HS?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Idabel HS has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Idabel HS a charter school?

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

Is Idabel HS a Title I school?

No, Idabel HS is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Idabel HS?

85.6% of students at Idabel HS 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
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
85.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
McCurtain County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.6%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

IDABEL
District Enrollment
1,256
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,812
District Rank
#3 of 4

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