Serving 471 students in grades 2-4, Poteau Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 58% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Poteau Upper Elementary School's student population of 471 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Poteau Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poteau Upper Elementary School is 0.73, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#169 out of 1680 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
20%
11%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
20%
20%
Black
1%
8%
White
42%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
15%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
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 #169 out of 1,680 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?
58% 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?
471 students attend Poteau Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Poteau Upper Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are American Indian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
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 16:1.
What grades does Poteau Upper Elementary School offer ?
Poteau Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4
What school district is Poteau Upper Elementary School part of?
Poteau Upper Elementary School is part of Poteau School District.
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