Serving 118 students in grades 6-8, Gore Upper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gore Upper Elementary School's student population of 118 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
118 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Gore Upper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gore Upper Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1043 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
50%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
21%
Black
n/a
8%
White
41%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.7%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gore Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Gore Upper Elementary School is ranked #1043 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Gore Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Gore Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vian Middle 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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Gore Upper Elementary School?
118 students attend Gore Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Gore Upper Elementary School students are American Indian, 41% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gore Upper Elementary School?
Gore Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gore Upper Elementary School offer ?
Gore Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gore Upper Elementary School part of?
Gore Upper Elementary School is part of Gore School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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