Ore City Independent School District (Ore City ISD) is a public school district headquartered in Ore City, Texas, United States. It serves most of the area surrounding Lake O' the Pines, with the district located in northeastern Upshur County. The district also extends into small portions of Marion and Harrison counties. Ore City ISD offers education for students from Pre-Kindergarten through grade 12, and it is known for its commitment to student success and academic achievement.
The district has three campuses:
- Ore City High School (Grades 9–12)
- Ore City Middle School (Grades 6–8)
- Ore City Elementary School (Grades PK–5)
The district is proud of its strong academic programs and extracurricular activities, offering students opportunities to grow both academically and personally. It has a history of success in various state competitions, particularly in academics and debate.
In 2009, the school district was rated "academically acceptable" by the Texas Education Agency. Ore City ISD has continued to improve its performance, with a focus on both core education and student well-being.[2]
Academics
Ore City ISD offers a well-rounded educational experience with a variety of programs and extracurricular activities that cater to the academic, athletic, and artistic interests of its students.
State Titles
Ore City ISD has a proud tradition of academic excellence, especially in policy debate. The district has earned the following state titles:
- Policy Debate
- 2023 (2A) - Amir Sultan and Layne Morris
- 2024 (2A) - Amir Sultan and Sadie Bonnette
Sports
Athletic Programs
Ore City ISD offers sports such as:
- Football
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Tenis
- Track and Field
- Cross Country
- Baseball
- Softball
References
- ^ Dueling petitions seek to change, keep name of Ore City Rebels - KETK, accessed February 5, 2025
- ^ "2009 Accountability Rating System". Texas Education Agency. Archived from the original on October 25, 2015.
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