At a glance
Reported students
310
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
18
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
17.2:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
05–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Oklahoma middle enrollment
51st percentile
Compared with 358 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
389
Dove Science Academy MS South: 310 reported students.
State peer staffing position
75th percentile
17.2:1 reported; state peer median 15.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 274
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20.77
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13.2:1
What the reported data says about Dove Science Academy MS South
Dove Science Academy MS South is a public middle school serving grades 05–08 in OKlahoma City. It is one of 7 current school records connected to Dove Schools of Okc (Charter). NCES reports 310 students for 2024–25.
Among 358 middle schools in Oklahoma with comparable records, this school is close in size to the reported median of 310 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 51st percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 17.2:1, above the Oklahoma median of 15.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (76.8%) and Black (11.9%). English learners represent 52.2% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 9.9%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Dove Science Academy MS South
- 1How do the reported 17.2:1 student–teacher ratio and 18 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0.95 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 52.2%
- Students with disabilities
- 9.9%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 87.7%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0.95
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.33
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White6.1%
- Hispanic76.8%
- Black11.9%
- Asian1%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.6%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial3.5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Dove Schools of Okc (Charter)
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Dove Science Academy MS
Middle · Grades 05–07
313 reported students
Dove Science Academy JHS
Middle · Grades 08–08
Enrollment not reported
Dove Science Academy HS
High · Grades 09–12
389 reported students
Dove Science Academy ES
Elementary · Grades PK–04
519 reported students
Dove Science Academy ES South
Elementary · Grades PK–04
521 reported students
Dove Science Academy HS South
High · Grades 09–12
Enrollment not reported
Public schools near Dove Science Academy MS South
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe South MS Middle · Charter · Santa Fe South Charter | 06–08 | 738 | 0.4 mi |
| Webster MS Middle · Oklahoma City | 05–08 | 676 | 1 mi |
| Southeast MS Middle · Oklahoma City | 05–08 | 596 | 1.4 mi |
| Jefferson MS Middle · Oklahoma City | 05–08 | 834 | 2.5 mi |
| Wheeler MS Middle · Oklahoma City | 05–08 | 510 | 3.2 mi |
| Capitol Hill MS Middle · Oklahoma City | 05–08 | 651 | 3.3 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Dove Science Academy MS South
What grades does Dove Science Academy MS South serve?
Dove Science Academy MS South reports grades 05–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in Dove Schools of Okc (Charter).
How many students attend Dove Science Academy MS South?
Dove Science Academy MS South reported 310 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 51st percentile among 358 Oklahoma middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 274 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Dove Science Academy MS South?
The calculated ratio is 17.2:1, based on 310 students and 18 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Oklahoma median for the same school level is 15.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Dove Science Academy MS South a public, charter, or magnet school?
Dove Science Academy MS South is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Dove Science Academy MS South students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
87.7% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Dove Science Academy MS South in?
Dove Science Academy MS South is part of Dove Schools of Okc (Charter), based in Warr Acres, OK, which operates 7 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Dove Science Academy MS South?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Santa Fe South MS (0.4 mi), Webster MS (1 mi), Southeast MS (1.4 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.