Average
#645 of 1,750 schools in OK
Top 37% in state
Virgil Cooper MS
Middle School · DRUMRIGHT
510 South Skinner Avenue, Drumright, OK 74030
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#645 of 1,750
In Drumright
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
DRUMRIGHT
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Virgil Cooper MS
Virgil Cooper MS is a public middle school in Drumright, OK, part of DRUMRIGHT. Virgil Cooper MS serves approximately 59 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Virgil Cooper MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #645 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for Virgil Cooper MS show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- OK avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 59 students, Virgil Cooper MS 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.
Virgil Cooper MS 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.
49% of students at Virgil Cooper 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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Virgil Cooper MS — Students at Virgil Cooper MS score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)
Based on 40 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: 7.7/10.
How Virgil Cooper MS Compares
See how Virgil Cooper 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
510 South Skinner Avenue, Drumright, OK 74030
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Virgil Cooper MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CUSHING MS (rated 6.2/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Cushing), with a very similar rating. Additionally, YALE MS (rated 2.2/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Yale), a more accessible option. For more schools in Drumright, see our Drumright schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DRUMRIGHT HS Drumright | 0.0 mi | 6.5 |
| BRADLEY ES Drumright | 0.1 mi | 7.3 |
| OAK GROVE PUBLIC SCHOOL Cushing | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| OILTON HS Oilton | 7.1 mi | 7.3 |
| J. F. KENNEDY ES Oilton | 7.1 mi | 5.9 |
| CUSHING LOWER ES Cushing | 6.8 mi | 6.3 |
| CUSHING MS Cushing | 7.0 mi | 6.2 |
| CUSHING HS Cushing | 7.2 mi | 7.3 |
| OLIVE ES Drumright | 8.0 mi | 6.7 |
| OLIVE HS Drumright | 8.0 mi | 7.5 |
| CUSHING UPPER ES Cushing | 8.7 mi | 6.4 |
| YALE MS Yale | 10.3 mi | 2.2 |
| YALE HS Yale | 10.3 mi | 6.2 |
| YALE ES Yale | 10.7 mi | 4.4 |
| CUSHING PRE-KINDERGARTEN SCHL Cushing | 9.8 mi | 3.1 |
| JENNINGS PUBLIC SCHOOL Jennings | 13.9 mi | 6.3 |
| DEPEW ES Depew | 13.9 mi | 6.9 |
| DEPEW HS Depew | 14.1 mi | 8.2 |
| PARKVIEW ES Stroud | 15.8 mi | 7.6 |
| STROUD HS Stroud | 16.0 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 74030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,208
Median Home Value
$90,100
Median Rent
$523/mo
Population
2,978
College Educated
11.6%
Homeownership
71.7%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
21.4%
Median Age
43.5
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| RINGLING JHS Ringling, OK | 6.7 |
| SEILING JR-SR HS (JR) Seiling, OK | 6.2 |
| SHIDLER MS Shidler, OK | 6.8 |
| Dove Virtual Academy Middle School Edmond, OK | 6.9 |
| WAURIKA MS Waurika, OK | 6.1 |
| CYRIL JHS Cyril, OK | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Virgil Cooper MS
What grades does Virgil Cooper MS serve?
Virgil Cooper MS serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Virgil Cooper MS?
Virgil Cooper MS has an enrollment of approximately 59 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Virgil Cooper MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Virgil Cooper MS is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Virgil Cooper MS rank in OK?
Virgil Cooper MS ranks #645 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is Virgil Cooper MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Virgil Cooper MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Virgil Cooper MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Virgil Cooper MS has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).
Is Virgil Cooper MS a charter school?
No, Virgil Cooper MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Virgil Cooper MS a Title I school?
No, Virgil Cooper MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Virgil Cooper MS?
74.6% of students at Virgil Cooper 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 59
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Creek County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.2%
- Phone
- (918) 352-2318
Resources & Links
District
DRUMRIGHT- District Enrollment
- 420
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,987
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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