Average
#1225 of 1,750 schools in OK
James L. Capps MS
Middle School · PUTNAM CITY
4020 North Grove Avenue, Warr Acres, OK 73122
Enrollment
943
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
943
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#1,225 of 1,750
In Warr Acres
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#16 of 26
PUTNAM CITY
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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James L. Capps MS
Middle School in Warr Acres · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About James L. Capps MS
James L. Capps MS is a public middle school in Warr Acres, OK, part of PUTNAM CITY. James L.
Capps MS serves approximately 943 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. James L. Capps MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,225 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for James L. Capps MS show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- OK avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at James L. Capps 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.
48% of students at James L. Capps MS 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
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James L. Capps MS — Students at James L. Capps MS score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)
Based on 48 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: 7.7/10.
How James L. Capps MS Compares
See how James L. Capps 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
4020 North Grove Avenue, Warr Acres, OK 73122
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James L. Capps MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BETHANY MS (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Bethany), which scores notably higher. Another option is WESTERN OAKS MS (rated 5.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Bethany), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MAYFIELD MS (rated 4.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Oklahoma City), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Warr Acres, see our Warr Acres schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CENTRAL ES Warr Acres | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| TRANSFORMATION LEARNING CENTER Warr Acres | 0.5 mi | — |
| PUTNAM CITY HS Oklahoma City | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| WINDSOR HILLS ES Oklahoma City | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| EARL HARRIS ES Bethany | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| CHILDREN'S CTR Bethany | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| BETHANY MS Bethany | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| BETHANY HS Bethany | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| ARBOR GROVE ES Oklahoma City | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| SNU LAB SCHOOL Bethany | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| ROLLINGWOOD ES Oklahoma City | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| KAISER ES Oklahoma City | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| HILLDALE ES Oklahoma City | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| APOLLO ES Bethany | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| MAYFIELD MS Oklahoma City | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| CORONADO HEIGHTS ES Oklahoma City | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| ODYSSEY LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Oklahoma City | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| BUCHANAN ES Oklahoma City | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| WESTERN OAKS MS Bethany | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| TULAKES ES Oklahoma City | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 73122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,826
Median Home Value
$158,500
Median Rent
$923/mo
Population
12,689
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
55.6%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Median Age
33.2
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| ADA JHS Ada, OK | 5.6 |
| BIXBY MS Bixby, OK | 5.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James L. Capps MS
What grades does James L. Capps MS serve?
James L. Capps MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend James L. Capps MS?
James L. Capps MS has an enrollment of approximately 943 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James L. Capps MS?
The student-teacher ratio at James L. Capps MS is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James L. Capps MS rank in OK?
James L. Capps MS ranks #1,225 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is James L. Capps MS's MySchoolScout rating?
James L. Capps MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 James L. Capps MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James L. Capps MS has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is James L. Capps MS a charter school?
No, James L. Capps MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James L. Capps MS a Title I school?
No, James L. Capps MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James L. Capps MS?
88.5% of students at James L. Capps 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 943
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Oklahoma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.8%
- Phone
- (405) 787-3660
Resources & Links
District
PUTNAM CITY- District Enrollment
- 18,733
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,727
- District Rank
- #16 of 26
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