Serving 149 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Paden Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paden Elementary School's student population of 149 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
149 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paden Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paden Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#700 out of 1680 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
19%
11%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
3%
8%
White
52%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
17%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
48%
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 Elementary School's ranking?
Paden Elementary School is ranked #700 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Paden Elementary School?
149 students attend Paden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Paden Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are American Indian, 17% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paden Elementary School?
Paden Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Paden Elementary School offer ?
Paden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Paden Elementary School part of?
Paden Elementary School is part of Paden School District.
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