Summary:
The city of Okemah, Oklahoma is home to 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. These schools serve a diverse student population, with a significant Native American representation, and face challenges related to economic disadvantages in the area.
Among the standout schools, Okemah High School has seen improvements in its statewide ranking, moving from 146 out of 197 in 2016-2017 to 292 out of 439 in 2022-2023. This school also has the highest spending per student at $12,996 and the lowest percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients at 64.65%. In contrast, Bearden Public School, which serves grades PK-8, has the highest percentage of Native American students at 48.57% and the lowest percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients at 62.14% among the schools.
The schools in the Okemah and Bearden districts face common challenges, such as high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 62.14% to 88.16%. The student-teacher ratios also vary, with Okemah High School having the lowest ratio at 11.4 and Okemah Middle School having the highest at 15.9.
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