Serving 202 students in grades 7-8, Verdigris Junior High School ranks in the top 30% 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 30% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Verdigris Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Verdigris Junior High School's student population of 202 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
202 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Verdigris Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Verdigris Junior High School is 0.66, 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
#500 out of 1680 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
15%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
1%
8%
White
51%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
23%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Verdigris Junior High School's ranking?
Verdigris Junior High School is ranked #500 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Verdigris Junior High School?
202 students attend Verdigris Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Verdigris Junior High School students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Verdigris Junior High School?
Verdigris Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Verdigris Junior High School offer ?
Verdigris Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Verdigris Junior High School part of?
Verdigris Junior High School is part of Verdigris School District.
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