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Putnam City HS

High School · PUTNAM CITY

5300 Northwest 50th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73122

Enrollment

2,002

Student-Teacher

19.4:1

Score

5.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#1,349 of 1,750

In Oklahoma City

#98 of 137

public schools

In district

#19 of 26

PUTNAM CITY

Academic growth

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Putnam City HS

5.2/10

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

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About Putnam City HS

Putnam City HS is a public high school in Oklahoma City, OK, part of PUTNAM CITY. Putnam City HS serves approximately 2,002 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Putnam City HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,349 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Putnam City HS show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • OK avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

Putnam City HS is a large school: 2,002 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

51% of students at Putnam 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.5Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency21% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-5.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
College Readiness4.1Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate78%
AP Participation16.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,727
Chronic Absenteeism51.4%

Putnam City HS — Students at Putnam City HS score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 34.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.3% (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
74%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
53%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
74%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
13%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
26%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
23%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
23%
2022
Math
13%
ELA
33%
2024
Math
11%
ELA
31%
2025
Math
11%
ELA
30%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Putnam City HS Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
23th percentile in OK
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.2
Sports
20
10 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
103 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
51.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
16.5% participation·State avg: 2.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
10 boys'·10 girls'·45 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 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

5300 Northwest 50th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73122

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Putnam City HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BETHANY HS (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Bethany), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ODYSSEY LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oklahoma City, see our Oklahoma City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
JAMES L. CAPPS MS Warr Acres 0.7 mi 5.5
CENTRAL ES Warr Acres 0.7 mi 5.6
TRANSFORMATION LEARNING CENTER Warr Acres 0.7 mi
ARBOR GROVE ES Oklahoma City 0.9 mi 5.8
ROLLINGWOOD ES Oklahoma City 1.1 mi 6.3
ODYSSEY LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Oklahoma City 1.3 mi 6.6
CORONADO HEIGHTS ES Oklahoma City 1.2 mi 5.8
WINDSOR HILLS ES Oklahoma City 1.5 mi 5.0
EARL HARRIS ES Bethany 1.3 mi 5.2
BETHANY HS Bethany 1.3 mi 8.0
BETHANY MS Bethany 1.4 mi 7.4
CHILDREN'S CTR Bethany 1.4 mi 4.7
DOVE SCIENCE ACADEMY MS Warr Acress 1.8 mi 8.3
DOVE SCIENCE ACADEMY ES Warr Acres 1.8 mi 6.7
KAISER ES Oklahoma City 1.7 mi 7.7
MESSIAH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Oklahoma City 1.6 mi 6.2
TULAKES ES Oklahoma City 1.8 mi 5.3
SNU LAB SCHOOL Bethany 2.0 mi 8.6
HILLDALE ES Oklahoma City 2.4 mi 5.8
KIRKLAND EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Oklahoma City 2.1 mi 8.8

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Putnam City HS

What grades does Putnam City HS serve?

Putnam City HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Putnam City HS?

Putnam City HS has an enrollment of approximately 2,002 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Putnam City HS?

The student-teacher ratio at Putnam City HS is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Putnam City HS rank in OK?

Putnam City HS ranks #1,349 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Putnam City HS's MySchoolScout rating?

Putnam City HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Putnam City HS?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Putnam City HS has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Putnam City HS a charter school?

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

Is Putnam City HS a Title I school?

No, Putnam City HS is not currently a Title I school.

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

70.3% of students at Putnam 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,002
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
103
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Oklahoma County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
51.4%
4-Year Graduation
78.0%

District

PUTNAM CITY
District Enrollment
18,733
Schools in District
26
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,727
District Rank
#19 of 26

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