High Schools in Varnum

There is only one high school located in the Varnum, Oklahoma area - Varnum High School. This small school serves 89 students from grades 9-12 and faces significant challenges in terms of academic performance, school ranking, poverty rates, and resource allocation.

Varnum High School's academic performance is a major concern, with only 33.3% of 11th-grade students proficient or better in English Language Arts, 6.7% in Mathematics, 0% in Science, and 13.3% in U.S. History. The school's statewide ranking has also declined over the years, from 406 out of 449 Oklahoma high schools in 2014-2015 to 373 out of 439 in 2022-2023. Nearly 50% of Varnum High School's students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating significant economic challenges that can impact student learning and outcomes.

Additionally, Varnum High School has a very high student-teacher ratio of 61.8 to 1, which can make it difficult for teachers to provide individualized attention and support to students. The school also serves a diverse student population, with a significant percentage of Native American and multi-racial students, which may present unique challenges in meeting the needs of students from different cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Addressing these issues will likely require a comprehensive, data-driven approach to improve educational outcomes for the students of Varnum.