Serving 399 students in grades 9-12, Verdigris High School ranks in the top 20% 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 55-59% (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 43% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 10% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Verdigris High School's attendance zone is located in Claremore, OK, covering an area of 24.4 square miles that encompasses the entirety of its school district. Most students typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Verdigris High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Verdigris High School's student population of 399 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
399 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Verdigris High 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 Verdigris High School is 0.62, 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
#255 out of 1652 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
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)
55-59%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
15%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
8%
White
57%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
17%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Verdigris High School's ranking?
Verdigris High School is ranked #255 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Verdigris High School often compared to?
Verdigris High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Claremore High School, Catoosa High School, Inola 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Verdigris High School?
The graduation rate of Verdigris High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 81.2%.
How many students attend Verdigris High School?
399 students attend Verdigris High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Verdigris High School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Verdigris High School?
Verdigris High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Verdigris High School offer ?
Verdigris High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Verdigris High School part of?
Verdigris High School is part of Verdigris School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I just graduated my oldest child. She was able to participate in many activities both sports and acedemics at a high level. Additionally she was admitted to a big twelve school on academic scholarship. When my wife and I chose place to live twelve years ago based upon school choice we it a home run.. Thank you Verdigris.
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