High Schools in Velma-Alma

The Velma-Alma area is home to a single high school, Velma-Alma High School, which serves students in grades 9-12. While the school has a relatively small student body of 143 students, it faces some challenges, including a declining state-wide ranking and a lack of racial diversity, with a predominantly white student population.

Velma-Alma High School's state-wide ranking has dropped from 320 out of 449 high schools in 2014-2015 to 221 out of 307 in 2020-2021, and its current ranking for 2021-2022 is 212 out of 350 high schools, with a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger. This declining performance suggests the school may be struggling to maintain academic competitiveness compared to other high schools in Oklahoma. Additionally, the school's student population is 65.73% white, with relatively low representation from other racial and ethnic groups, which could be an area for the school to address to foster a more inclusive and diverse learning environment.

On a positive note, Velma-Alma High School has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 13.5 to 1, which could provide more individualized attention and support for students. However, the school also has a high percentage of students (38.46%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a significant portion of the student population comes from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, which may require additional resources and support to ensure these students have equal opportunities for academic success.