Serving 297 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Denison Public School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is approximately equal to 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 14:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denison Public School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Denison Public School's student population of 297 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Denison Public School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denison Public School is 0.72, 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
#722 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
18%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
5%
8%
White
45%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
21%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denison Public School's ranking?
Denison Public School is ranked #722 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Denison Public School often compared to?
Denison Public Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Idabel High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 Denison Public School?
297 students attend Denison Public School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Denison Public School students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Denison Public School?
Denison Public School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Denison Public School offer ?
Denison Public School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Denison Public School part of?
Denison Public School is part of Denison School District.
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