Serving 215 students in grades 7-8, Verdigris Junior High School ranks in the top 30% 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% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Verdigris JHS's attendance zone covers the entire district in Claremore, OK, encompassing approximately 24.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Verdigris Junior High School's student population of 215 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
215 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Verdigris Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Verdigris Junior High School is 0.67, 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
#401 out of 1652 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
25%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
14%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
8%
White
52%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
19%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Junior High School's ranking?
Verdigris Junior High School is ranked #401 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Verdigris Junior High School?
215 students attend Verdigris Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Verdigris Junior High School students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Verdigris Junior High School?
Verdigris Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Verdigris Junior High School offer ?
Verdigris Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Verdigris Junior High School part of?
Verdigris Junior High School is part of Verdigris School District.
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