Serving 170 students in grades 6-8, Pocola 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pocola Middle School's student population of 170 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
170 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pocola Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pocola Middle School is 0.56, 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
#1221 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
15%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
1%
8%
White
63%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
16%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Pocola Middle School's ranking?
Pocola Middle School is ranked #1221 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Pocola Middle School?
170 students attend Pocola Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Pocola Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pocola Middle School?
Pocola Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pocola Middle School offer ?
Pocola Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pocola Middle School part of?
Pocola Middle School is part of Pocola School District.
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