Serving 144 students in grades 9-12, Empire High School ranks in the top 30% 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 30-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Empire High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Empire High School's student population of 144 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
144 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Empire High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Empire High School is 0.57, 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
#431 out of 1680 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
6%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
n/a
8%
White
62%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
16%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥90%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
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 Empire High School's ranking?
Empire High School is ranked #431 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Empire High School often compared to?
Empire High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Velma-alma High School, Marlow High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Empire High School?
The graduation rate of Empire High School is 90%, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Empire High School?
144 students attend Empire High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Empire High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Empire High School?
Empire High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Empire High School offer ?
Empire High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Empire High School part of?
Empire High School is part of Empire School District.
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