Serving 446 students in grades 2-4, Poteau Upper Es ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 26%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poteau Upper Es ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Poteau Upper Es's student population of 446 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
Total Students
446 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Poteau Upper Es ranks within the top 20% of all 1,674 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poteau Upper Es is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#204 out of 1674 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
19%
12%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
23%
19%
Black
1%
8%
White
43%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
13%
12%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
50%
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 Es's ranking?
Poteau Upper Es is ranked #204 out of 1,674 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% OK state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 26% OK state average).
How many students attend Poteau Upper Es?
446 students attend Poteau Upper Es.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Poteau Upper Es students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are American Indian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Poteau Upper Es?
Poteau Upper Es has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Poteau Upper Es offer ?
Poteau Upper Es offers enrollment in grades 2-4
What school district is Poteau Upper Es part of?
Poteau Upper Es is part of Poteau School District.
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