Serving 368 students in grades 2-4, Cushing Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cushing Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Cushing Upper Elementary School's student population of 368 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
Total Students
368 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cushing Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cushing Upper Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#600 out of 1680 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
9%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
1%
8%
White
64%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
16%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cushing Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Cushing Upper Elementary School is ranked #600 out of 1,680 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Cushing Upper Elementary School?
368 students attend Cushing Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Cushing Upper Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cushing Upper Elementary School?
Cushing Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cushing Upper Elementary School offer ?
Cushing Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4
What school district is Cushing Upper Elementary School part of?
Cushing Upper Elementary School is part of Cushing School District.
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