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Vandever ES

Elementary School · BROKEN ARROW

2200 South Lions Avenue, Broken Arrow, OK 74012

Enrollment

453

Student-Teacher

17.4:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Oklahoma schools

#1,188 of 1,750

In Broken Arrow

#10 of 29

public schools

In district

#9 of 27

BROKEN ARROW

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Vandever ES

5.5/10

Elementary School in Broken Arrow · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Vandever ES

Vandever ES is a public elementary school in Broken Arrow, OK, part of BROKEN ARROW. Vandever ES serves approximately 453 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Vandever ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,188 of 1,750 schools in OK.

Structured state assessment records for Vandever ES show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • OK avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-14.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31% (2025 OSTP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2025 OSTP)
Overall Proficiency27% (2025 OSTP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2025 OSTP)
vs. Expected-1.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$8,777
Chronic Absenteeism20.1%

Vandever ES — Students at Vandever ES score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

66.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 46.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 48 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
81%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
71%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2024
Math
34.8%
ELA
47.5%
2025
Math
30.8%
ELA
22.5%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Vandever ES Compares

See how Vandever ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
32th percentile in OK
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
67%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.1%

Programs & Offerings

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

2200 South Lions Avenue, Broken Arrow, OK 74012

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Vandever ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ANDERSEN ES (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Tulsa), which scores notably higher. Another option is PETERS ES (rated 7.0/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Tulsa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ASPEN CREEK EC CENTER (rated 6.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Broken Arrow, see our Broken Arrow schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
SEQUOYAH MS Broken Arrow 0.5 mi 5.7
WEEKDAY EARLY EDUCATION Broken Arrow 0.6 mi
LYNN WOOD ES Broken Arrow 0.9 mi 5.0
LEISURE PARK ES Broken Arrow 1.1 mi 5.5
BROKEN ARROW FRESHMAN ACADEMY Broken Arrow 1.0 mi 5.4
OAK CREST ES Broken Arrow 1.2 mi 5.3
ARROW SPRINGS EARLY CHILDHOOD Broken Arrow 1.3 mi 3.3
WOLF CREEK ES Broken Arrow 1.2 mi 5.4
OLIVER MS Broken Arrow 1.3 mi 5.0
ASPEN CREEK EC CENTER Broken Arrow 1.7 mi 6.6
SUMMIT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Broken Arrow 1.5 mi 4.8
ASPEN CREEK ES Broken Arrow 1.8 mi 5.5
SUMMIT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Broken Arrow 2.1 mi 4.2
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Broken Arrow 2.2 mi 6.9
PETERS ES Tulsa 2.4 mi 7.0
RHOADES ES Broken Arrow 2.5 mi 6.1
ANDERSEN ES Tulsa 2.3 mi 8.1
NEW COVENANT ACADEMY Broken Arrow 2.8 mi
ARROWHEAD ES Broken Arrow 2.8 mi 5.7
CHILDERS MS Broken Arrow 2.9 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 74012 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,079

Median Home Value

$223,100

Median Rent

$1,211/mo

Population

63,899

College Educated

33.7%

Homeownership

67%

Avg Commute

20.6 min

Poverty Rate

10.2%

Median Age

36.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ANGUS VALLEY ES Sand Springs, OK 5.5
ASPEN CREEK ES Broken Arrow, OK 5.5
BANNER PUBLIC SCHOOL El Reno, OK 5.5
CENTRAL ES Coweta, OK 5.5
COLLINSVILLE EC CTR Collinsville, OK 5.5
COMANCHE ES Comanche, OK 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Vandever ES

What grades does Vandever ES serve?

Vandever ES serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Vandever ES?

Vandever ES has an enrollment of approximately 453 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Vandever ES?

The student-teacher ratio at Vandever ES is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Vandever ES rank in OK?

Vandever ES ranks #1,188 of 1,750 schools in OK.

What is Vandever ES's MySchoolScout rating?

Vandever ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Vandever ES?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Vandever ES has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Vandever ES a charter school?

No, Vandever ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Vandever ES a Title I school?

No, Vandever ES is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vandever ES?

66.7% of students at Vandever ES 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
34 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
19 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
453
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
66.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Tulsa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.1%

District

BROKEN ARROW
District Enrollment
20,054
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,777
District Rank
#9 of 27

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