Very Good
#250 of 1,750 schools in OK
Top 14% in state
Porum HS
High School · PORUM
Post Office Box 189, Porum, OK 74455
Enrollment
138
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
138
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#250 of 1,750
In Porum
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
PORUM
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Porum HS
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About Porum HS
Porum HS is a public high school in Porum, OK, part of PORUM. Porum HS serves approximately 138 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Porum HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #250 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for Porum HS show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- OK avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 138 students, Porum HS is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Porum HS 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.
Porum 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
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Porum HS — Students at Porum HS score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79%
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: 9.4/10.
How Porum HS Compares
See how Porum 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
Post Office Box 189, Porum, OK 74455
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Porum HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WARNER HS (rated 8.7/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Warner), which scores notably higher. Another option is STIGLER HS (rated 8.2/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Stigler), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, QUINTON HS (rated 7.8/10, 17.2 miles away, in nearby Quinton), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Porum, see our Porum schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PORUM ES Porum | 0.0 mi | 6.7 |
| WHITEFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL Whitefield | 7.8 mi | 4.7 |
| WARNER ES Warner | 9.6 mi | 7.2 |
| WARNER HS Warner | 9.8 mi | 8.7 |
| STIGLER HS Stigler | 10.0 mi | 8.2 |
| STIGLER MS Stigler | 10.2 mi | 6.1 |
| STIGLER ES Stigler | 11.1 mi | 3.8 |
| WEBBERS FALLS ES Webbers Falls | 12.8 mi | 5.2 |
| WEBBERS FALLS HS Webbers Falls | 12.8 mi | 6.6 |
| GORE ES Gore | 14.5 mi | 6.1 |
| GORE HS Gore | 14.9 mi | 7.4 |
| GORE UPPER ES Gore | 14.9 mi | 6.3 |
| KINTA HS Kinta | 16.9 mi | 5.6 |
| KINTA ES Kinta | 16.9 mi | 5.6 |
| QUINTON ES Quinton | 16.9 mi | 6.5 |
| QUINTON HS Quinton | 17.2 mi | 7.8 |
| CHECOTAH MS Checotah | 16.1 mi | 6.5 |
| CHECOTAH INTERMEDIATE ES Checotah | 16.1 mi | 5.6 |
| MARSHALL ES Checotah | 16.2 mi | 6.7 |
| CHECOTAH HS Checotah | 16.5 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 74455 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,722
Median Home Value
$110,200
Median Rent
$713/mo
Population
2,717
College Educated
15.6%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
33.6 min
Poverty Rate
22.1%
Median Age
39.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FOYIL HS Foyil, OK | 7.6 |
| FRONTIER HS Red Rock, OK | 7.6 |
| HULBERT JR-SR HS (SR) Hulbert, OK | 7.5 |
| OLIVE HS Drumright, OK | 7.5 |
| ELMORE CITY-PERNELL HS Elmore City, OK | 7.7 |
| GANS HS Gans, OK | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Porum HS
What grades does Porum HS serve?
Porum HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Porum HS?
Porum HS has an enrollment of approximately 138 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Porum HS?
The student-teacher ratio at Porum HS is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Porum HS rank in OK?
Porum HS ranks #250 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is Porum HS's MySchoolScout rating?
Porum HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Porum HS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Porum HS has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Porum HS a charter school?
No, Porum HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Porum HS a Title I school?
No, Porum HS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Porum HS?
79.0% of students at Porum 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
- 138
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Muskogee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.7%
- Phone
- (918) 484-5122
- 4-Year Graduation
- 84.5%
Resources & Links
District
PORUM- District Enrollment
- 414
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,720
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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