School Overview
Tahlequah High School, located in Tahlequah, Oklahoma, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Tahlequah Public Schools district. Situated in the heart of the Cherokee Nation, the school is deeply integrated into the local community and reflects the cultural heritage of the region. The high school is known for offering a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and career success, while also providing a variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, fine arts programs, and student organizations.

As the flagship high school for the district, Tahlequah High School emphasizes a supportive learning environment that fosters student growth and community engagement. The school leverages its location in the capital of the Cherokee Nation to provide unique educational opportunities and maintains a commitment to integrating technology and modern instructional practices. By maintaining a balance between rigorous academic standards and diverse extracurricular opportunities, the institution aims to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are ready to contribute effectively to their community and the broader world.
1,300
Total Students
86.8
Full-Time Teachers
15.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for TAHLEQUAH HS
Demographic Student Count
White301
Hispanic251
Black11
Asian8
Two or More256
American Indian472
  • American Indian
    472 (36.3 %)
  • White
    301 (23.2 %)
  • Two or More
    256 (19.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    251 (19.3 %)
  • Black
    11 (0.8 %)
  • Asian
    8 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: TAHLEQUAH
Phone: (918)458-4150
Website: http://www.tahlequahschools.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,300
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 86.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 373
Grade 10 338
Grade 11 320
Grade 12 269

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for TAHLEQUAH HS
Grade Student Count
Grade 9373
Grade 10338
Grade 11320
Grade 12269
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for TAHLEQUAH HS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female67151.6%
Male62848.3%
Not Specified10.1%