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#273 of 1,750 schools in OK

Top 16% in state

Pauls Valley HS

High School · PAULS VALLEY

Post Office Box 780, Pauls Valley, OK 73075

Enrollment

334

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

7.5

Grades

10th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#273 of 1,750

In Pauls Valley

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

PAULS VALLEY

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Pauls Valley HS

7.5/10

High School in Pauls Valley · grades 10th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Pauls Valley Jhs

5.0/10

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Pauls Valley Intermediate School

6.0/10

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About Pauls Valley HS

Pauls Valley HS is a public high school in Pauls Valley, OK, part of PAULS VALLEY. Pauls Valley HS serves approximately 334 students, and covers grades 10th-12th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Pauls Valley HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #273 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Pauls Valley HS show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above OK schools
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • OK avg 7.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change0 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.0Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency28% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-1.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
College Readiness6.6Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation18.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,455
Chronic Absenteeism9.9%

Pauls Valley HS — Students at Pauls Valley HS score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 53.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 43 test records from OK state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
49.5%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
49.5%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
87%
2013
ELA
77%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
21%
ELA
35%
2025
Math
20%
ELA
36%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.

How Pauls Valley HS Compares

See how Pauls Valley HS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
85th percentile in OK
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.2
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
18.3% participation·State avg: 2.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

Post Office Box 780, Pauls Valley, OK 73075

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pauls Valley HS may also want to explore other high schools in the area. STRATFORD HS (rated 8.9/10, 15.0 miles away, in nearby Stratford), which scores notably higher. Another option is PAOLI HS (rated 8.3/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Paoli), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MAYSVILLE HS (rated 7.7/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Maysville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Pauls Valley, see our Pauls Valley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.0 mi
School Distance Rating
PAULS VALLEY JHS Pauls Valley 0.5 mi 5.0
Pauls Valley Intermediate School Pauls Valley 0.7 mi 6.0
Pauls Valley Elementary School Pauls Valley 1.6 mi 5.4
WHITEBEAD PUBLIC SCHOOL Pauls Valley 4.9 mi 5.5
PAOLI ES Paoli 6.2 mi 9.0
PAOLI HS Paoli 6.2 mi 8.3
WYNNEWOOD HS Wynnewood 7.7 mi 5.8
CENTRAL ES Wynnewood 7.8 mi 3.2
WYNNEWOOD MS Wynnewood 7.8 mi 6.2
WAYNE HS Wayne 13.1 mi 6.9
WAYNE MS Wayne 13.1 mi 5.7
WAYNE ES Wayne 13.2 mi 5.8
MAYSVILLE ES Maysville 11.9 mi 4.2
MAYSVILLE HS Maysville 12.1 mi 7.7
ELMORE CITY-PERNELL ES Elmore City 13.2 mi 5.0
ELMORE CITY-PERNELL HS Elmore City 13.2 mi 7.7
ELMORE CITY JHS Elmore City 13.2 mi 6.7
STRATFORD ES Stratford 15.0 mi 6.5
STRATFORD HS Stratford 15.0 mi 8.9
STRATFORD MS Stratford 15.0 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 73075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,112

Median Home Value

$125,900

Median Rent

$840/mo

Population

9,478

College Educated

16.8%

Homeownership

61.2%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

15.9%

Median Age

39

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pauls Valley HS

What grades does Pauls Valley HS serve?

Pauls Valley HS serves students in grades 10th through 12th.

How many students attend Pauls Valley HS?

Pauls Valley HS has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pauls Valley HS?

The student-teacher ratio at Pauls Valley HS is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pauls Valley HS rank in OK?

Pauls Valley HS ranks #273 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Pauls Valley HS's MySchoolScout rating?

Pauls Valley HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Pauls Valley HS?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pauls Valley HS has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Pauls Valley HS a charter school?

No, Pauls Valley HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pauls Valley HS a Title I school?

No, Pauls Valley HS is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pauls Valley HS?

62.6% of students at Pauls Valley HS qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Garvin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.9%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

PAULS VALLEY
District Enrollment
1,423
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,455
District Rank
#1 of 4

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