Serving 211 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Velma-alma Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than 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 32% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: VELMA-ALMA ES's attendance zone is located in Velma, OK, covering an area of approximately 229.2 square miles and encompassing the entire school district. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 14.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Velma-alma Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Velma-alma Elementary School's student population of 211 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
211 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Velma-alma Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Velma-alma Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#293 out of 1652 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
25%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
10%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Velma-alma Elementary School's ranking?
Velma-alma Elementary School is ranked #293 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Velma-alma Elementary School often compared to?
Velma-alma Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fox Elementary School, Marlow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Velma-alma Elementary School?
211 students attend Velma-alma Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Velma-alma Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are American Indian, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Velma-alma Elementary School?
Velma-alma Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Velma-alma Elementary School offer ?
Velma-alma Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Velma-alma Elementary School part of?
Velma-alma Elementary School is part of Velma-Alma School District.
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