For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 330 students in 73491, OK.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 73491, OK are Velma-alma Elementary School and Velma-alma Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 73491 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Oklahoma public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 26% statewide average). Elementary schools in 73491, OK have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Oklahoma public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Oklahoma public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Best 73491, OK Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Velma-alma Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
901 Main Street
Velma, OK 73491
(580) 203-3702
Velma, OK 73491
(580) 203-3702
Grades: PK-5
| 224 students
Rank: #22.
Velma-alma Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
901 Main Street
Velma, OK 73491
(580) 203-3701
Velma, OK 73491
(580) 203-3701
Grades: 6-8
| 106 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 73491, OK?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 73491, OK include Velma-alma Elementary School and Velma-alma Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 73491?
2 public elementary schools are located in 73491.
What is the racial composition of students in 73491?
73491 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Oklahoma public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
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