Serving 488 students in grades 5-8, Cushing Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 32% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is equal to 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 31% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cushing Middle School's student population of 488 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
488 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cushing Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cushing Middle School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#643 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
9%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
1%
8%
White
69%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Cushing School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cushing Middle School's ranking?
Cushing Middle School is ranked #643 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Cushing Middle School?
488 students attend Cushing Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Cushing Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cushing Middle School?
Cushing Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cushing Middle School offer ?
Cushing Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cushing Middle School part of?
Cushing Middle School is part of Cushing School District.
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