Summary:
The city of Union City, Oklahoma is home to two schools - Union City Elementary School and Union City High School. While the elementary school serves a diverse student population, the high school has a less diverse makeup, with a predominantly White student body. Academically, the high school struggles, with low proficiency rates in core subjects like English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and U.S. History.
The data reveals a significant disparity in academic performance between the two schools. Union City Elementary School has seen fluctuating rankings among Oklahoma elementary schools, while Union City High School consistently performs in the bottom half of the state's high schools. This disparity may be influenced by socioeconomic factors, as both schools serve a relatively high proportion of economically disadvantaged students, with over 55% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.
The Union City school district faces challenges in providing a high-quality education to its students, particularly at the high school level. Further analysis and investigation into the root causes of the academic performance gaps, the impact of socioeconomic factors, and the allocation of resources could help inform strategies to improve educational outcomes for all students in the district.
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