Serving 321 students in grades 4-6, Jay Upper Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (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 76% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jay Upper Elementary School's student population of 321 students has grown by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jay Upper Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jay Upper Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1313 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
53%
11%
Asian
9%
2%
Hispanic
10%
21%
White
24%
43%
Two or more races
4%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jay Upper Elementary School's ranking?
Jay Upper Elementary School is ranked #1313 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Jay Upper Elementary School?
321 students attend Jay Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Jay Upper Elementary School students are American Indian, 24% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jay Upper Elementary School?
Jay Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jay Upper Elementary School offer ?
Jay Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jay Upper Elementary School part of?
Jay Upper Elementary School is part of Jay School District.
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