| Checotah High School | |
|---|---|
| Location | |
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491 Paul Carr Drive , 74426 | |
| Coordinates | 35°27′34″N95°32′08″W / 35.4594°N 95.5355°W |
| Information | |
| School type | Public |
| Established | 1914 |
| School district | Checotah Public Schools |
| NCES District ID | 4007350 |
| Superintendent | Monte Madewell |
| NCES School ID | 400735000290 |
| Principal | Jennifer Campbell |
| Grades | 9-12 |
| Age range | 14-19 |
| Enrollment | 395 |
| Student to teacher ratio | 17.30 |
| Campus type | rural |
| Colors | Blue, White |
| Mascot | Wildcats |
Checotah High School is a public school in Checotah, Oklahoma. In 2025 it had about 395 students in grades 9 to 12. It is categorized as rural. Almost 40 percent of its students are indigenous peoples. [1] The Checotah school campus including the elementary and junior high school were documented as historic landmarks. They include a circa 1939 red brick building constructed by the WPA. [2]
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The school was accredited in 1914 by the state of Oklahoma. [3] George W. Cable and then George C. Rorie served as principal. In 1916 it had a debate team. [4] A photograph of the school's 1921 football team is held by the Oklahoma Historical Society. [5] Students have been involved in vocational agriculture programs. A study of farming students was undertaken. [6] There is a Checotah High School Jazz Band.
Country singer Carrie Underwood is an alumna and has made a series of donations to the school. [7] The school's Fine Arts wing is named for her. [8]
Greg Dixon was a star football player for the school and went on to play for successful University of Oklahoma teams. [9] Football player Elijah Thomas was named 2024-25 Gatorade Oklahoma Football Player of the Year. [10] He signed on to play at Oklahoma University. [11]
The school's Hall of Fame includes Tracy Scroggins. [12]
