VERDIGRIS UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

VERDIGRIS UPPER ES is a Title I public middle school that is part of the VERDIGRIS school district, located in Claremore, OK with about 273 students offering grade levels from 4th Grade to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 17 teachers, VERDIGRIS UPPER ES has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Verdigris Upper Elementary School, located in Claremore, Oklahoma, serves as a key academic institution within the Verdigris Public Schools district. The school typically focuses on the middle developmental years of elementary education, generally catering to students in grades 3 through 5. It is known for maintaining a community-oriented atmosphere that prioritizes foundational learning, student engagement, and a supportive environment designed to prepare children for the transition to middle school.

As part of the broader Verdigris school system, the Upper Elementary campus emphasizes academic excellence and extracurricular involvement to foster both intellectual and social development. The school’s proximity to the Tulsa metropolitan area allows it to balance a tight-knit, small-town identity with access to regional educational resources. Parents and community members can stay informed about school events, curriculum goals, and district policies through the official website at http://www.vps.k12.ok.us.

For more information, contact VERDIGRIS UPPER ES at (918) 266-6333 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.