Serving 468 students in grades 2-4, Poteau Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is higher 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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Poteau Upper Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Poteau school district, covering an area of approximately 85.2 square miles in Poteau, OK. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poteau Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Poteau Upper Elementary School's student population of 468 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
468 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Pirate, Every Day
School Rankings
Poteau Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poteau Upper Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#154 out of 1652 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
16%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
21%
21%
White
44%
43%
Two or more races
18%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poteau Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Poteau Upper Elementary School is ranked #154 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Poteau Upper Elementary School often compared to?
Poteau Upper Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leflore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Poteau Upper Elementary School?
468 students attend Poteau Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Poteau Upper Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poteau Upper Elementary School?
Poteau Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Poteau Upper Elementary School offer ?
Poteau Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Poteau Upper Elementary School part of?
Poteau Upper Elementary School is part of Poteau School District.
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