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#1095 of 1,750 schools in OK
Taft MS
Middle School · OKLAHOMA CITY
2901 Northwest 23rd Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73107
Enrollment
1,056
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
1,056
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#1,095 of 1,750
In Oklahoma City
#79 of 137
public schools
In district
#34 of 57
OKLAHOMA CITY
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Taft MS
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About Taft MS
Taft MS is a public middle school in Oklahoma City, OK, part of OKLAHOMA CITY. Taft MS serves approximately 1,056 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Taft MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,095 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for Taft MS show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- OK avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Taft 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.
43% of students at Taft 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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Taft MS — Students at Taft MS score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)
Based on 54 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: 7.8/10.
How Taft MS Compares
See how Taft 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
2901 Northwest 23rd Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73107
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Taft MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CLASSEN MS OF ADVANCED STUDIES (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ASTEC CHARTER MS (rated 5.5/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Oklahoma City, see our Oklahoma City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CLEVELAND ES Oklahoma City | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| NORTHWEST CLASSEN HS Oklahoma City | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| ASTEC CHARTER MS Oklahoma City | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| ASTEC CHARTER HS Oklahoma City | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| HAWTHORNE ES Oklahoma City | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| POSITIVE TOMORROWS Oklahoma City | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| ASTEC CHARTER ES Oklahoma City | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| ROSARY SCHOOL Oklahoma City | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| CRISTO REY OKLAHOMA CITY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL INC Oklahoma City | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| KAISER ES Oklahoma City | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| MONROE ES Oklahoma City | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| BUCHANAN ES Oklahoma City | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| MARK TWAIN ES Oklahoma City | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| PUTNAM HEIGHTS ACADEMY HS Oklahoma City | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| PUTNAM HEIGHTS ACADEMY MS Oklahoma City | 1.8 mi | — |
| CLASSEN MS OF ADVANCED STUDIES Oklahoma City | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Epic Charter School Elementary Oklahoma City | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Epic Charter School High School Oklahoma City | 2.3 mi | 4.3 |
| EUGENE FIELD ES Oklahoma City | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| ARBOR GROVE ES Oklahoma City | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 73107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,428
Median Home Value
$143,000
Median Rent
$1,014/mo
Population
25,995
College Educated
30.9%
Homeownership
57.1%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
35
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SEQUOYAH MS Broken Arrow, OK | 5.7 |
| CANYON RIDGE IES Yukon, OK | 5.8 |
| CURTIS INGE MS Noble, OK | 5.8 |
| DEER CREEK MS Edmond, OK | 5.8 |
| EISENHOWER MS Lawton, OK | 5.8 |
| PIEDMONT INTERMEDIATE ES Piedmont, OK | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Taft MS
What grades does Taft MS serve?
Taft MS serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Taft MS?
Taft MS has an enrollment of approximately 1,056 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Taft MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Taft MS is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Taft MS rank in OK?
Taft MS ranks #1,095 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is Taft MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Taft MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Taft MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Taft MS has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Taft MS a charter school?
No, Taft MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Taft MS a Title I school?
No, Taft MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Taft MS?
97.2% of students at Taft 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
- 1,056
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 76
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Oklahoma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.3%
- Phone
- (405) 587-8000
Resources & Links
District
OKLAHOMA CITY- District Enrollment
- 32,899
- Schools in District
- 58
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,336
- District Rank
- #34 of 57
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