Chattanooga

The Chattanooga school district in Oklahoma consists of two schools: Chattanooga Elementary School and Chattanooga High School. While the high school has a strong historical performance, ranking 1st out of 424 Oklahoma high schools in 2010-2011, both schools have seen a decline in their rankings and ratings over the years.

The elementary school serves a higher proportion of economically disadvantaged students, with 57.47% of its students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, compared to 36.62% at the high school. This disparity is also reflected in the per-student spending, with the high school receiving $15,193 per student, while the elementary school receives $8,011 per student. The smaller student enrollment at the high school (71 students) compared to the elementary school (174 students) may contribute to the higher per-student spending and lower student-teacher ratio at the high school.

Despite the differences in student population and funding, both schools have a similar racial makeup, with a majority white student population and smaller percentages of other racial groups. The decline in rankings and ratings for both schools over time is a concern and warrants further investigation to understand the underlying factors contributing to this trend. As parents consider educational options in the Chattanooga school district, they should weigh the strengths and challenges of each school to make an informed decision that best meets the needs of their child.