Virginia Smith Elementary School serves 395 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Virginia Smith Elementary School's student population of 395 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Virginia Smith Elementary School is 0.49, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
3%
8%
White
70%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Virginia Smith Elementary School?
395 students attend Virginia Smith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Virginia Smith Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Virginia Smith Elementary School?
Virginia Smith Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Virginia Smith Elementary School offer ?
Virginia Smith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Virginia Smith Elementary School part of?
Virginia Smith Elementary School is part of Harrah School District.
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