Serving 63 students in grades 9-12, Paden High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paden High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Paden High School's student population of 63 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
63 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paden High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paden High School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#57 out of 1680 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
16%
11%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
20%
Black
11%
8%
White
57%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paden High School's ranking?
Paden High School is ranked #57 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paden High School?
The graduation rate of Paden High School is 50%, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Paden High School?
63 students attend Paden High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Paden High School students are White, 16% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paden High School?
Paden High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Paden High School offer ?
Paden High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Paden High School part of?
Paden High School is part of Paden School District.
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