The top reported proficiency rate is 13% in Science. The lowest is 3% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Memorial Ms
Memorial Middle School serves grades six through eight in the Tulsa Public Schools district, located on the city’s east side. The student body is racially and ethnically diverse, with no single group forming a majority. Black students and Hispanic students each account for a substantial portion of the enrollment, while white students make up a smaller share. There are also noticeable numbers of students who identify as two or more races, American Indian or Alaska Native, and Asian. This is a school where the peer group reflects a wide mix of backgrounds, which some families value and others will simply note as a characteristic of the environment.
State assessment results for the most recent testing year show that proficiency rates in math, English language arts, and science are all low. In each tested grade and subject, the share of students scoring at the proficient level or above is small. Across all tested areas combined, the overall proficiency index falls in the bottom quartile relative to other schools in Tulsa County. This is a clear picture of a school where the majority of students are not meeting state benchmarks. A parent looking at this data would want to ask what academic supports are in place, how the school approaches instruction for students who are behind, and what specific plans the school has to raise achievement. The low performance is the central academic reality of Memorial Middle School.
The school is part of Tulsa Public Schools, which has seen a number of high-profile developments in recent years. In 2023, the state board of education lowered the district’s accreditation to “accredited with deficiencies,” citing low academic performance and concerns over library book policies. This means the district remains open but must address specific issues. The district has also been managing declining enrollment over the past decade, leading to the closure of two elementary schools in 2024. On the financial side, voters approved a substantial bond package in 2024 that funds facility improvements, safety upgrades, technology, and instructional materials across all school sites. That bond does not raise property tax rates because it replaces expiring debt.
The surrounding city of Tulsa is the second-largest in Oklahoma and has historically been a center for the oil industry, though its economy has diversified into finance, aviation, telecommunications, and technology. The city has seen steady population growth over time. The housing market in this part of Tulsa reflects home values that are roughly in line with the statewide average, making it a moderately priced area within the broader region. Rental costs are also within a typical range for the state. The national 30-year mortgage rate at the time of this data sits in the mid-six percent range, which is a factor any home-buying family would weigh.
No data was available for this school on discipline rates, staffing ratios, chronic absenteeism, or the share of students who qualify for free or reduced-price meals. These are gaps that a parent may want to fill by contacting the school directly. There is also no information on program offerings such as electives, clubs, or advanced coursework at this middle school level.
For a family considering Memorial Middle School, the core question is whether the academic environment matches their expectations. The test scores are low, and the school sits at the bottom end of the county comparison. The district itself has been under state scrutiny and is actively managing enrollment declines. Tulsa offers a large, diverse urban setting with cultural institutions and a diversified economy, but the school’s performance data is sobering. A family that sees potential in a school that serves a diverse student body may want to visit, talk to teachers and administrators, and ask detailed questions about academic interventions and school climate before making a decision.
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