Serving 447 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Vandever Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than 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 16:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Vandever Elementary School serves the west part of Broken Arrow, OK, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vandever Elementary School's student population of 447 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
447 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Vandever Elementary 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 Vandever Elementary School is 0.74, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#643 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
6%
11%
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
17%
21%
Black
8%
8%
White
43%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
20%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vandever Elementary School's ranking?
Vandever Elementary School is ranked #643 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Vandever Elementary School often compared to?
Vandever Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcclure Elementary School, Lynn Wood Elementary School, Oak Crest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Vandever Elementary School?
447 students attend Vandever Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Vandever Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are American Indian, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vandever Elementary School?
Vandever Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Vandever Elementary School offer ?
Vandever Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vandever Elementary School part of?
Vandever Elementary School is part of Broken Arrow School District.
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