Serving 309 students in grades 6-8, Central Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤1% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 4% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Middle School's student population of 309 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Mascot
Brave
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1906
School Colors
Crimson, Cream
School Rankings
Central Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Middle School is 0.71, which is less 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
#1674 out of 1680 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
15:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
49%
8%
White
15%
44%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
12%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Middle School's ranking?
Central Middle School is ranked #1674 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Central Middle School often compared to?
Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stillwater Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Central Middle School?
309 students attend Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Central Middle School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Middle School?
Central Middle School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Central Middle School offer ?
Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Middle School part of?
Central Middle School is part of Tulsa School District.
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