Checotah

The Checotah school district in Oklahoma consists of 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, serving a diverse student population with a significant Native American representation. While the district faces socioeconomic challenges with high free/reduced lunch rates, Checotah Intermediate Elementary School stands out as a top-performing school, consistently ranking among the best in the state and earning high test scores. In contrast, Checotah High School has seen a decline in its performance over the past few years, an area that warrants further investigation.

The schools in the Checotah district serve a student population with diverse racial backgrounds, with Native American students making up 30-35% of the enrollment across the schools. Spending per student varies, ranging from $7,277 at Checotah Middle School to $10,728 at Checotah High School, while the student-teacher ratios remain relatively consistent across the district, close to the state average.

The standout performance of Checotah Intermediate Elementary School, with its consistently high rankings and test scores, suggests that the school is providing a quality education to its students. This could be an area for further investigation to understand the factors contributing to the school's success. Additionally, the high free/reduced lunch rates across the district indicate that the Checotah schools are serving a population with significant economic challenges, which could have implications for the resources and support needed to ensure all students have access to a quality education.