Serving 75 students in grades 9-12, Varnum High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 75 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in OK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Varnum High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Varnum High School's student population of 75 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
75 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Varnum 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 Varnum High School is 0.75, which is more 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
#320 out of 1652 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
23%
11%
Hispanic
13%
21%
Black
3%
8%
White
35%
43%
Two or more races
26%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥80%
78%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Varnum High School's ranking?
Varnum High School is ranked #320 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Varnum High School often compared to?
Varnum High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Strother High School, Wewoka High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
What is the graduation rate of Varnum High School?
The graduation rate of Varnum High School is 80%, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 78%.
How many students attend Varnum High School?
75 students attend Varnum High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Varnum High School students are White, 26% of students are Two or more races, 23% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Varnum High School?
Varnum High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Varnum High School offer ?
Varnum High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Varnum High School part of?
Varnum High School is part of Varnum School District.
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