Summary:
The city of Marlow, Oklahoma is home to 8 schools across 3 districts, serving students from elementary through high school. While the district as a whole is ranked 313th out of 342 in the state, several standout schools emerge, including Marlow Elementary School and Marlow High School, which consistently rank among the top performers in the state. However, the data also reveals significant performance gaps between schools, with Central High High School and Bray-Doyle Elementary School lagging behind their peers.
Marlow Elementary School stands out as a top performer, consistently ranking among the best elementary schools in the state with a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. Its students excel on standardized tests, with 72% proficient or better in 3rd grade ELA, 77% in 4th grade ELA, and 60% in 5th grade math. Similarly, Marlow High School is a standout, ranking 31st out of 431 Oklahoma high schools and boasting a 4-year graduation rate of 80.1% and strong test scores.
In contrast, the data reveals declining performance at some schools, such as Marlow Elementary School, which has dropped from a 5-star to a 4-star rating, and Central High High School, whose ranking has fluctuated between 4-star and 2-star. Additionally, the schools with the highest spending per student, such as Bray-Doyle Elementary School, do not necessarily have the best academic outcomes, suggesting that factors beyond just funding, such as teaching quality and school leadership, play a significant role in student achievement.
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