Best Public Schools in Panama, OK

The city of Panama, Oklahoma, is home to three schools: one elementary school, one middle school, and one high school. These schools serve a diverse student population, with a significant Native American representation ranging from 25.96% to 28.04% across the three institutions.

While Panama Elementary School has consistently ranked in the top half of Oklahoma elementary schools, its ranking has declined over the years, and its 4th-grade math proficiency is slightly below the state average. In contrast, Panama High School has consistently ranked in the bottom half of Oklahoma high schools, with a 1-star rating, and its 11th-grade proficiency rates are significantly below the state average across multiple subjects. Panama Middle School has also seen a decline in its statewide ranking over the years.

All three schools serve a predominantly economically disadvantaged student population, with high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 72.22% to 81.73%. The schools also vary in their spending per student, with Panama High School spending the most at $9,670 and Panama Elementary School spending the least at $7,717. These differences in funding may contribute to the varying academic outcomes observed across the Panama school district.