Serving 335 students in grades 4-8, Thomas Ies 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 21% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas Ies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Thomas Ies's student population of 335 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Thomas Ies 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 Thomas Ies is 0.62, 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
#924 out of 1680 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
27%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
5%
8%
White
55%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
9%
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 Thomas Ies's ranking?
Thomas Ies is ranked #924 out of 1,680 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Thomas Ies?
335 students attend Thomas Ies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Thomas Ies students are White, 27% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas Ies?
Thomas Ies has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Thomas Ies offer ?
Thomas Ies offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas Ies part of?
Thomas Ies is part of Holdenville School District.
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