Middle Schools in Checotah

Checotah, Oklahoma is home to a single middle school, Checotah Middle School, which serves students in grades 6-8. The school's performance has fluctuated in recent years, ranking as high as 55th out of 189 Oklahoma middle schools in 2023-2024, but dropping to 83rd out of 149 in 2022-2023. Academically, Checotah Middle School's proficiency rates in English Language Arts are generally higher than the state average but lower than the Checotah district average, while its Mathematics proficiency rates are lower than both the district and state averages. However, the school's Science proficiency rates are higher than both the district and state averages.

Checotah Middle School serves a predominantly economically disadvantaged student population, with 83.23% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in the 2023-2024 school year. This high percentage of economically disadvantaged students may contribute to the school's academic performance, which is an area that could benefit from additional support and resources. On a positive note, the school's student-teacher ratio of 13.4 is lower than the state average, potentially allowing for more individualized attention and support for students.

Overall, Checotah Middle School's performance is mixed, with strengths in certain subject areas and areas for improvement in others. The school's fluctuating statewide ranking and the high percentage of economically disadvantaged students suggest that the school and the Checotah district may need to focus on strategies to enhance student learning and support, particularly in Mathematics. Continued monitoring and targeted interventions could help Checotah Middle School improve its academic outcomes and provide a more well-rounded education for its students.