Serving 138 students in grades 9-12, Waurika High 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Top 50% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waurika High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Waurika High School's student population of 138 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
138 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
60 acres
School Rankings
Waurika High 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 Waurika High School is 0.49, 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
#873 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
9%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
20%
20%
Black
n/a
8%
White
68%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)70-79%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Waurika High School's ranking?
Waurika High School is ranked #873 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waurika High School?
The graduation rate of Waurika High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Waurika High School?
138 students attend Waurika High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Waurika High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waurika High School?
Waurika High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Waurika High School offer ?
Waurika High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waurika High School part of?
Waurika High School is part of Waurika School District.
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