Summary:
The city of Waynoka, Oklahoma is home to two schools: Waynoka Elementary School and Waynoka High School. Based on the available data, Waynoka Elementary School stands out as a high-performing institution, consistently ranking highly in the state and boasting impressive test scores that significantly exceed the state averages. In contrast, Waynoka High School has shown more variable performance, with a decline in its statewide ranking and test scores in the 2023-2024 school year, though the school's performance did improve in the 2022-2023 school year.
Waynoka Elementary School's test scores are particularly noteworthy, with 94% of 3rd-grade students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 69% proficient or better in Mathematics, compared to the state averages of 51% and 38%, respectively. The school has also maintained a 5-star rating in the 2014-2015 school year and a 4-star rating in the 2010-2011 and 2009-2010 school years, indicating its consistent high performance. Waynoka High School's test scores, on the other hand, have been more mixed, with 25% of 11th-grade students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 15% in Mathematics in the 2023-2024 school year, though the school's performance improved in the 2022-2023 school year.
Both Waynoka schools have a significant percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting that the community may face socioeconomic challenges. Additionally, the significantly higher spending per student at the elementary school compared to the high school may be a contributing factor to the elementary school's stronger performance. Investigating the reasons for this spending difference and the impact of socioeconomic factors could provide valuable insights into the schools' performance and help identify strategies to support the high school's progress and ensure that all students in Waynoka receive a high-quality education.
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