Below Average
#1557 of 1,750 schools in OK
Ponca City HS
High School · PONCA CITY
927 North Fifth, Ponca City, OK 74601
Enrollment
1,456
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,456
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#1,557 of 1,750
In Ponca City
#11 of 13
public schools
In district
#9 of 11
PONCA CITY
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About Ponca City HS
Ponca City HS is a public high school in Ponca City, OK, part of PONCA CITY. Ponca City HS serves approximately 1,456 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ponca City HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,557 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for Ponca City HS show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- OK avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Ponca City 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
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Ponca City HS — Students at Ponca City HS score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)
Based on 44 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: 6.0/10.
How Ponca City HS Compares
See how Ponca City HS 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
927 North Fifth, Ponca City, OK 74601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ponca City HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BLACKWELL HS (rated 8.5/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Blackwell), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEWKIRK HS (rated 6.0/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Newkirk), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ponca City, see our Ponca City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Ponca City | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| ROOSEVELT ES Ponca City | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| WASHINGTON PRE KG CENTER Ponca City | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| LIBERTY ES Ponca City | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| PONCA CITY EAST MS Ponca City | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ponca City | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| GARFIELD ES Ponca City | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| WOODLANDS ES Ponca City | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| UNION ES Ponca City | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| PONCA CITY WEST MS Ponca City | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| LINCOLN ES Ponca City | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| E. M. TROUT ES Ponca City | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| MCCORD PUBLIC SCHOOL Ponca City | 4.2 mi | 5.4 |
| KILDARE PUBLIC SCHOOL Ponca City | 6.5 mi | 8.9 |
| NEWKIRK HS Newkirk | 11.0 mi | 6.0 |
| NEWKIRK MS Newkirk | 11.0 mi | 7.1 |
| NEWKIRK ES Newkirk | 11.1 mi | 7.1 |
| PECKHAM PUBLIC SCHOOL Newkirk | 13.0 mi | 7.4 |
| BLACKWELL HS Blackwell | 12.4 mi | 8.5 |
| BLACKWELL MS Blackwell | 12.7 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 74601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,810
Median Home Value
$94,700
Median Rent
$860/mo
Population
19,011
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
59.2%
Avg Commute
16.4 min
Poverty Rate
18.4%
Median Age
34.9
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| PUTNAM CITY WEST HS Oklahoma City, OK | 4.4 |
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| DEL CITY HS Del City, OK | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ponca City HS
What grades does Ponca City HS serve?
Ponca City HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Ponca City HS?
Ponca City HS has an enrollment of approximately 1,456 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ponca City HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Ponca City HS is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ponca City HS rank in OK?
Ponca City HS ranks #1,557 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is Ponca City HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Ponca City HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Ponca City HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ponca City HS has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ponca City HS a charter school?
No, Ponca City HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ponca City HS a Title I school?
No, Ponca City HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ponca City HS?
67.2% of students at Ponca City 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,456
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 79
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Kay County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.4%
- Phone
- (580) 767-9500
- 4-Year Graduation
- 85.0%
Resources & Links
District
PONCA CITY- District Enrollment
- 4,580
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,667
- District Rank
- #9 of 11
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