Booker T. Washington High School is a high school in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It was named after the African-American education pioneer Booker T. Washington. It is part of the Tulsa Public Schools system.
Serving 1,285 students in grades 9-12, Booker T. Washington High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Booker T. Washington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Booker T. Washington High School's student population of 1,285 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
1913
Colors
Black, Orange
School Rankings
Booker T. Washington High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Booker T. Washington High School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#193 out of 1652 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
25%
20%
Black
29%
8%
White
30%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)98%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornets
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Booker T. Washington High School's ranking?
Booker T. Washington High School is ranked #193 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Booker T. Washington High School often compared to?
Booker T. Washington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Edison Preparatory High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Booker T. Washington High School?
The graduation rate of Booker T. Washington High School is 98%, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Booker T. Washington High School?
1,285 students attend Booker T. Washington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Booker T. Washington High School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Booker T. Washington High School?
Booker T. Washington High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Booker T. Washington High School offer ?
Booker T. Washington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Booker T. Washington High School part of?
Booker T. Washington High School is part of Tulsa School District.
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