Serving 238 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Varnum Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Varnum Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Varnum Elementary School's student population of 238 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
238 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Varnum Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Varnum Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1424 out of 1680 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
28%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
n/a
8%
White
40%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
21%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Varnum Elementary School's ranking?
Varnum Elementary School is ranked #1424 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Varnum Elementary School?
238 students attend Varnum Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Varnum Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are American Indian, 21% of students are Two or more races, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Varnum Elementary School?
Varnum Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Varnum Elementary School offer ?
Varnum Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Varnum Elementary School part of?
Varnum Elementary School is part of Varnum School District.
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