Serving 286 students in grades 2-5, Locust Grove Upper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Locust Grove Upper Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Locust Grove, OK, encompassing approximately 152.6 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school to take between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 7.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 15.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Locust Grove Upper Elementary School's student population of 286 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
286 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Locust Grove 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 Locust Grove Upper Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#1187 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
25%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
60%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
21%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
8%
White
33%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
10%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Locust Grove Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Locust Grove Upper Elementary School is ranked #1187 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Locust Grove Upper Elementary School?
286 students attend Locust Grove Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Locust Grove Upper Elementary School students are American Indian, 33% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Locust Grove Upper Elementary School?
Locust Grove Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Locust Grove Upper Elementary School offer ?
Locust Grove Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Locust Grove Upper Elementary School part of?
Locust Grove Upper Elementary School is part of Locust Grove School District.
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