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 (2026)
- 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%)
- 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
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
10%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
n/a
8%
White
68%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
16%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
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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