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Wells MS

Middle School · CATOOSA

2000 South Cherokee Street, Catoosa, OK 74015

Enrollment

399

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

5.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#1,076 of 1,750

In Catoosa

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

CATOOSA

Academic growth

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Wells MS

5.7/10

Middle School in Catoosa · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.3/10

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About Wells MS

Wells MS is a public middle school in Catoosa, OK, part of CATOOSA. Wells MS serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Wells MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,076 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Wells MS show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with OK schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • OK avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Wells 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-9.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency14% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-5.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment5.5Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,119
Chronic Absenteeism19%

Wells MS — Students at Wells MS score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

83.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 34.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 48 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
47%
ELA
55%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
20%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
20%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
15%
ELA
19%
2024
Math
19.5%
ELA
27.8%
2025
Math
14.3%
ELA
14.5%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Wells MS Compares

See how Wells MS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
39th percentile in OK
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
5.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.0%

Programs & Offerings

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

2000 South Cherokee Street, Catoosa, OK 74015

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wells MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CENTENNIAL MS (rated 4.7/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Broken Arrow), with a comparable rating. Another option is VERDIGRIS JHS (rated 4.6/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Claremore), a more accessible option. Additionally, East Central Middle School (rated 4.4/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Tulsa), a more accessible option. For more schools in Catoosa, see our Catoosa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
CATOOSA HS Catoosa 0.1 mi 5.3
HELEN PAUL LEARNING CTR Catoosa 1.2 mi 7.3
LIBERTY ES Broken Arrow 4.7 mi 4.7
LINCOLN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tulsa 4.1 mi 6.2
DESTINY'S LEARNING ACADEMY Tulsa 4.9 mi
COUNTRY LANE PRIMARY ES Broken Arrow 5.8 mi 8.6
VERDIGRIS JHS Claremore 5.4 mi 4.6
VERDIGRIS HS Claremore 5.4 mi 7.4
COUNTRY LANE INTERMEDIATE ES Broken Arrow 5.9 mi 4.9
CENTENNIAL MS Broken Arrow 5.9 mi 4.7
EAST CENTRAL HS Tulsa 5.1 mi 4.1
BOEVERS ES Tulsa 5.6 mi 6.3
COOPER ES Tulsa 5.3 mi 5.5
STONE CANYON ES Owasso 6.4 mi 4.9
East Central Middle School Tulsa 5.4 mi 4.4
KERR ES Tulsa 5.3 mi 5.8
BROKEN ARROW HS Broken Arrow 6.5 mi 6.1
CREEKWOOD EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR Broken Arrow 6.5 mi 3.4
CREEKWOOD ES Broken Arrow 6.5 mi 3.8
WRIGHT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tulsa 5.3 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 74015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,688

Median Home Value

$211,300

Median Rent

$1,052/mo

Population

8,653

College Educated

21.8%

Homeownership

68.5%

Avg Commute

21.6 min

Poverty Rate

12.7%

Median Age

41.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
GLENPOOL INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Glenpool, OK 5.7
INDEPENDENCE CHARTER MS Oklahoma City, OK 5.7
MILLWOOD ARTS ACADEMY MS Oklahoma City, OK 5.7
NORTH PARK ES Guymon, OK 5.7
NORTHWOOD ES Seminole, OK 5.7
OOLOGAH-TALALA MS Oologah, OK 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wells MS

What grades does Wells MS serve?

Wells MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Wells MS?

Wells MS has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wells MS?

The student-teacher ratio at Wells MS is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wells MS rank in OK?

Wells MS ranks #1,076 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Wells MS's MySchoolScout rating?

Wells 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 Wells MS?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wells MS has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Wells MS a charter school?

No, Wells MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Wells MS a Title I school?

No, Wells MS is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wells MS?

83.7% of students at Wells 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
83.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Rogers County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.0%

District

CATOOSA
District Enrollment
1,828
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,119
District Rank
#2 of 3

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