Serving 360 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 42% (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 14:1 is lower than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 42% (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 360 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
360 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Cushing Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cushing Upper Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#605 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
11%
11%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
1%
8%
White
62%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
15%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 #605 out of 1,652 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?
42% 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?
360 students attend Cushing Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Cushing Upper Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are American Indian, 10% 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 14:1, which is lower than 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cushing Upper Elementary School part of?
Cushing Upper Elementary School is part of Cushing School District.
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