Farris Public School serves 55 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 40-49% (which was lower than the Oklahoma state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 50-59% (which was lower than the Oklahoma state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 was lower than the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment was 60% of the student body (majority American Indian), which was higher than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
55 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)40-49%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)50-59%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
56%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
20%
Black
n/a
8%
White
40%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Farris School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% OK state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% OK state average).
How many students attend Farris Public School?
55 students attend Farris Public School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Farris Public School students are American Indian, 40% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Farris Public School?
Farris Public School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Farris Public School offer ?
Farris Public School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Farris Public School part of?
Farris Public School is part of Farris School District.
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