Sallisaw High School is a high school in Sallisaw, Oklahoma. The school's history dates back to the early 1900s, though the building itself was constructed more recently.
Serving 608 students in grades 9-12, Sallisaw High School ranks in the top 30% 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sallisaw High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sallisaw High School's student population of 608 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
608 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Colors
Black and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sallisaw High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sallisaw High School is 0.71, 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
#359 out of 1652 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
36%
11%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
2%
8%
White
38%
43%
Two or more races
11%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)70-74%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Black Diamonds
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sallisaw High School's ranking?
Sallisaw High School is ranked #359 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Sallisaw High School often compared to?
Sallisaw High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Muldrow High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sallisaw High School?
The graduation rate of Sallisaw High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Sallisaw High School?
608 students attend Sallisaw High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Sallisaw High School students are White, 36% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sallisaw High School?
Sallisaw High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sallisaw High School offer ?
Sallisaw High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sallisaw High School part of?
Sallisaw High School is part of Sallisaw School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The programs are behind the times and do not prepare our children for college, there is little to no aid for students and the staff seems to care more for sports than the academic well-being of the students. There is little to no involvement of parents and the administration does notify parents of conference dates
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