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 select 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.
Academics Ore City ISD offers a 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 2025 (2A) - Amir Sultan and Sadie Bonnette 2026 (2A) - Sadie Bonnette and Annabelle Dan
Sports
Athletic Programs Ore City ISD offers sports such as: Football Basketball Volleyball Tennis Golf Track and Field Cross Country Baseball Softball
References
External links
Ore City ISD Official Website