Serving 329 students in grades 4-6, Verdigris Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Verdigris Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Verdigris Upper Elementary School's student population of 329 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Verdigris Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Verdigris Upper Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#329 out of 1680 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
14%
11%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
1%
8%
White
53%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
25%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Verdigris Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Verdigris Upper Elementary School is ranked #329 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Verdigris Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Verdigris Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Justus-tiawah Public School, Verdigris Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Verdigris Upper Elementary School?
329 students attend Verdigris Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Verdigris Upper Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Verdigris Upper Elementary School?
Verdigris Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Verdigris Upper Elementary School offer ?
Verdigris Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Verdigris Upper Elementary School part of?
Verdigris Upper Elementary School is part of Verdigris School District.
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