Serving 628 students in grades 4-5, Oak Grove Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Grove Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Oak Grove Upper Elementary School's student population of 628 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oak Grove Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Grove Upper Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#276 out of 805 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
8%
4%
Black
41%
47%
White
41%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Grove Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Grove Upper Elementary School is ranked #276 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Oak Grove Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Grove Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Longleaf Elementary School, Sumrall Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Oak Grove Upper Elementary School?
628 students attend Oak Grove Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Oak Grove Upper Elementary School students are Black, 41% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Grove Upper Elementary School?
Oak Grove Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Oak Grove Upper Elementary School offer ?
Oak Grove Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Oak Grove Upper Elementary School part of?
Oak Grove Upper Elementary School is part of Lamar County School District.
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