Orvis Risner Elementary was constructed in 1962 at a cost of $252,000 (including the land). Originally named Southern Hills Elementary, members of the Board of Education voted to rename the school to honor the memory of Orvis Risner. The land the school is located on was once part of the Risner farm.

Orvis Rinser was born in June of 1911 in Thayer, Missouri. Orvis, his wife and their two children moved to Oklahoma and eventually settled in Edmond in 1949. Orvis was a businessman and member of the Edmond Board of Education.

The school opened in the fall of 1962 with twelve classrooms and a total enrollment of 355 students in grades one through six. The school colors have always been blue and gold, but the original emblem/mascot, the “sturdy oak,” was changed to an eagle (named Rankin- the street that runs north-south on the east side of the school).

It is the mission of Orvis Risner Elementary to promote a growth mindset and build character and leadership in a safe, inclusive environment.

Advancing excellence in everything we do.

We value the partnership between school, parents, and our diverse community.

Information coming soon!

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