Below Average
#1457 of 1,750 schools in OK
Mary Golda Ross MS
Middle School · OKLAHOMA CITY
2601 South Villa, Oklahoma City, OK 73108
Enrollment
709
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
709
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#1,457 of 1,750
In Oklahoma City
#110 of 137
public schools
In district
#49 of 57
OKLAHOMA CITY
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Mary Golda Ross MS
Mary Golda Ross MS is a public middle school in Oklahoma City, OK, part of OKLAHOMA CITY. Mary Golda Ross MS serves approximately 709 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mary Golda Ross MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,457 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for Mary Golda Ross MS show 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.8
- OK avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Mary Golda Ross 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.
60% of students at Mary Golda Ross 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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Mary Golda Ross MS — Students at Mary Golda Ross MS score 3% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from OK state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.1/10.
How Mary Golda Ross MS Compares
See how Mary Golda Ross 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
2601 South Villa, Oklahoma City, OK 73108
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mary Golda Ross MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ARTHUR ES (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WESTERN GATEWAY (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VAN BUREN ES (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oklahoma City, see our Oklahoma City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ESPERANZA ES Oklahoma City | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| ROCKWOOD ES Oklahoma City | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| VAN BUREN ES Oklahoma City | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| SANTA FE SOUTH EARLY CHILDHOOD Oklahoma City | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| HERONVILLE ES Oklahoma City | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| ST PAUL'S COMMUNITY SCHOOL Oklahoma City | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| ROOSEVELT MS Oklahoma City | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| ADAMS ES Oklahoma City | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| WESTERN GATEWAY Oklahoma City | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| COOLIDGE ES Oklahoma City | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Oklahoma City | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| U. S. GRANT HS Oklahoma City | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Santa Fe South Penn ES Oklahoma City | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| ARTHUR ES Oklahoma City | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| MARK TWAIN ES Oklahoma City | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| FILLMORE ES Oklahoma City | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| ASTEC CHARTER ES Oklahoma City | 2.4 mi | 3.6 |
| CAPITOL HILL HS Oklahoma City | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| ADELAIDE LEE ES Oklahoma City | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| HILLCREST ES Oklahoma City | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 73108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,278
Median Home Value
$75,000
Median Rent
$799/mo
Population
15,239
College Educated
3.6%
Homeownership
37.4%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
37.4%
Median Age
30.4
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| CHILDERS MS Broken Arrow, OK | 4.9 |
| LAKEVIEW INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Yukon, OK | 4.9 |
| MUSTANG HORIZON IES Yukon, OK | 4.9 |
| SAPULPA MS Sapulpa, OK | 4.9 |
| CENTRAL JHS Moore, OK | 5.0 |
| COLLINSVILLE MS Collinsville, OK | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mary Golda Ross MS
What grades does Mary Golda Ross MS serve?
Mary Golda Ross MS serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Mary Golda Ross MS?
Mary Golda Ross MS has an enrollment of approximately 709 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mary Golda Ross MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Mary Golda Ross MS is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mary Golda Ross MS rank in OK?
Mary Golda Ross MS ranks #1,457 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is Mary Golda Ross MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Mary Golda Ross MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Mary Golda Ross MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mary Golda Ross MS has 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
Is Mary Golda Ross MS a charter school?
No, Mary Golda Ross MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mary Golda Ross MS a Title I school?
No, Mary Golda Ross MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mary Golda Ross MS?
96.8% of students at Mary Golda Ross 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 709
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Oklahoma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.4%
- Phone
- (405) 587-8700
Resources & Links
District
OKLAHOMA CITY- District Enrollment
- 32,899
- Schools in District
- 58
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,336
- District Rank
- #49 of 57
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