Serving 282 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Denison Public 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 57% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Denison Public School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Idabel, OK, covering approximately 27.5 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 4.3 miles and the furthest edge located 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Denison Public School's student population of 282 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
282 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Denison Public School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denison Public School is 0.73, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#722 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
25%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
16%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
24%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Wildcats colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denison Public School's ranking?
Denison Public School is ranked #722 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Denison Public School often compared to?
Denison Public Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dierks Elementary School, Idabel High School by visitors of our site.
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 Denison Public School?
282 students attend Denison Public School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Denison Public School students are White, 24% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Denison Public School?
Denison Public School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Denison Public School offer ?
Denison Public School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Denison Public School part of?
Denison Public School is part of Denison School District.
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