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Very Good

#434 of 1,750 schools in OK

Top 25% in state

Okemah HS

High School · OKEMAH

704 E Date, Okemah, OK 74859

Enrollment

224

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

7.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#434 of 1,750

In Okemah

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

OKEMAH

Academic growth

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Okemah HS

7.0/10

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

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About Okemah HS

Okemah HS is a public high school in Okemah, OK, part of OKEMAH. Okemah HS serves approximately 224 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Okemah HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #434 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Okemah HS show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with OK schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • OK avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

Okemah HS sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress10.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+15.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.4Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency28% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected+1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
College Readiness3.3Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate72%
AP Participation12.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,703
Chronic Absenteeism29%

Okemah HS — Students at Okemah HS score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 33.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.6% (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
57%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
54.5%
ELA
84.5%
2013
Math
64.5%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
64.5%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
24.5%
ELA
34.5%
2017
Math
15%
ELA
24.5%
2018
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2024
Math
8%
ELA
16%
2025
Math
15%
ELA
40%

* 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: 10.0/10.

How Okemah HS Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
75th percentile in OK
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
10.0/10
Excellent
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.2
Sports
12
6 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
12.9% participation·State avg: 2.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics12sports offered
6 boys'·6 girls'·20 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses3 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

704 E Date, Okemah, OK 74859

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Okemah HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PADEN HS (rated 8.4/10, 16.5 miles away, in nearby Paden), which scores notably higher. Another option is HENRYETTA HS (rated 7.9/10, 16.1 miles away, in nearby Henryetta), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MASON HS (rated 7.8/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Mason), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Okemah, see our Okemah schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.5 mi
School Distance Rating
OKEMAH MS Okemah 0.6 mi 5.3
OKEMAH NOBLE CTR Okemah 0.6 mi 7.4
OAKES ES Okemah 1.6 mi 5.7
BEARDEN PUBLIC SCHOOL Okemah 7.7 mi 4.7
MASON ES Mason 10.2 mi 4.4
MASON HS Mason 10.2 mi 7.8
WELEETKA JHS Weleetka 10.8 mi 4.0
WELEETKA HS Weleetka 10.8 mi 7.7
SPENCE MEMORIAL ES Weleetka 10.7 mi 6.1
BUTNER ES Cromwell 11.2 mi 5.1
BUTNER HS Cromwell 11.2 mi 4.9
WETUMKA ES Wetumka 13.7 mi 6.3
WETUMKA HS Wetumka 13.7 mi 7.7
WILSON ES Henryetta 15.5 mi 5.6
WILSON HS Henryetta 15.5 mi 6.4
HENRYETTA HS Henryetta 16.1 mi 7.9
HENRYETTA MS Henryetta 16.2 mi 6.2
HENRYETTA ES Henryetta 16.2 mi 4.3
PADEN ES Paden 16.5 mi 3.3
PADEN HS Paden 16.5 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 74859 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$40,218

Median Home Value

$116,200

Median Rent

$686/mo

Population

5,824

College Educated

15.8%

Homeownership

64.5%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

30%

Median Age

39.2

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PORTER CONSOLIDATED HS Porter, OK 7.0
DEWAR HS Dewar, OK 6.9
HAWORTH HS Haworth, OK 7.1
KETCHUM HS Ketchum, OK 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Okemah HS

What grades does Okemah HS serve?

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

How many students attend Okemah HS?

Okemah HS has an enrollment of approximately 224 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Okemah HS?

The student-teacher ratio at Okemah HS is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Okemah HS rank in OK?

Okemah HS ranks #434 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Okemah HS's MySchoolScout rating?

Okemah HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Okemah HS?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Okemah HS has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Okemah HS a charter school?

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

Is Okemah HS a Title I school?

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

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

69.6% of students at Okemah 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
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Okfuskee County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.0%
4-Year Graduation
72.0%

District

OKEMAH
District Enrollment
763
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,703
District Rank
#2 of 4

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