Summary:
The city of Watts, Oklahoma is home to two struggling schools, Watts Elementary School and Watts High School, which have consistently ranked in the bottom 10-15% and 15-20% of schools in Oklahoma, respectively. Both schools serve a predominantly economically disadvantaged student population, with over 84% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.
Academically, Watts High School has alarmingly low proficiency rates, with only 12.5% of 11th-grade students proficient or better in English Language Arts, 0% in Mathematics, 18.8% in Science, and 25% in U.S. History. The data does not provide academic performance information for Watts Elementary School, but the school's consistently low rankings suggest it is also struggling to provide a quality education to its students.
The lack of diversity in both schools, with a majority of students identifying as either White or Native American, may be a reflection of the broader demographics of the Watts community. The persistent underperformance and high levels of economic disadvantage faced by the students in this district suggest that addressing the root causes of these challenges will require a comprehensive, long-term approach to support the academic and personal growth of the Watts community's children.
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