Serving 614 students in grades 7-8, Durant Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Durant Middle School's student population of 614 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
614 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Durant 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 Durant Middle School is 0.70, 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
#770 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
18%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
18%
21%
Black
2%
8%
White
47%
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
45%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Durant School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Durant Middle School's ranking?
Durant Middle School is ranked #770 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Durant Middle School often compared to?
Durant Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Durant High School, Silo Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Durant Middle School?
614 students attend Durant Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Durant Middle School students are White, 18% of students are American Indian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Durant Middle School?
Durant Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Durant Middle School offer ?
Durant Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Durant Middle School part of?
Durant Middle School is part of Durant School District.
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