Serving 348 students in grades 2-5, Locust Grove Upper Es ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 26%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Locust Grove Upper Es ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Locust Grove Upper Es's student population of 348 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Locust Grove Upper Es ranks within the top 50% of all 1,674 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Locust Grove Upper Es is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#796 out of 1674 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
26%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
39%
12%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
n/a
8%
White
34%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
22%
12%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
10%
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 Es's ranking?
Locust Grove Upper Es is ranked #796 out of 1,674 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% OK state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 26% OK state average).
How many students attend Locust Grove Upper Es?
348 students attend Locust Grove Upper Es.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Locust Grove Upper Es students are American Indian, 34% of students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Locust Grove Upper Es?
Locust Grove Upper Es has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Locust Grove Upper Es offer ?
Locust Grove Upper Es offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Locust Grove Upper Es part of?
Locust Grove Upper Es is part of Locust Grove School District.
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