Serving 235 students in grades 5-8, Hennessey Upper Elementary 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 28% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hennessey Upper Elementary School's student population of 235 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
235 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Hennessey Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hennessey Upper Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#814 out of 1680 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
40%
20%
Black
n/a
8%
White
51%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Hennessey Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Hennessey Upper Elementary School is ranked #814 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Hennessey Upper Elementary School?
235 students attend Hennessey Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Hennessey Upper Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hennessey Upper Elementary School?
Hennessey Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hennessey Upper Elementary School offer ?
Hennessey Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hennessey Upper Elementary School part of?
Hennessey Upper Elementary School is part of Hennessey School District.
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