Serving 106 students in grades 6-8, Velma-alma Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
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Velma-alma Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
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Velma-alma Middle School's student population of 106 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
106 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
Velma-alma Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Velma-alma Middle School is 0.45, 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
#827 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
n/a
8%
White
72%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
19%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Velma-alma Middle School's ranking?
Velma-alma Middle School is ranked #827 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Velma-alma Middle School?
106 students attend Velma-alma Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Velma-alma Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Velma-alma Middle School?
Velma-alma Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Velma-alma Middle School offer ?
Velma-alma Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Velma-alma Middle School part of?
Velma-alma Middle School is part of Velma-Alma School District.
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