Summary:
The city of Nowata, Oklahoma is home to 3 schools serving students from elementary through high school. The data reveals a mix of standout performance and areas for improvement across the district. Nowata High School stands out with a 3-star rating, a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 80.1%, and better-than-average test scores in 11th-grade English Language Arts and U.S. History. In contrast, Nowata Elementary School outperformed the state average in 3rd-grade English Language Arts and Mathematics, but the district's middle and high schools struggled with low math proficiency rates.
Socioeconomic challenges are evident, with Nowata Elementary School and Nowata Middle School both having high free and reduced lunch rates of around 80%. This suggests a need for targeted interventions and additional resources to support student success. Funding disparities are also apparent, with Nowata High School spending significantly more per student than Nowata Elementary School.
Overall, the Nowata school district demonstrates a mix of strengths and challenges. While Nowata High School has maintained consistent performance, addressing the disparities in test scores, socioeconomic factors, and funding across the district could help ensure more equitable educational opportunities for all students in Nowata.
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