Colcord

The Colcord school district in Oklahoma consists of two schools: Colcord Elementary School and Colcord High School. While Colcord Elementary has seen fluctuating statewide rankings, Colcord High School has consistently ranked low among Oklahoma high schools. Both schools serve a significant Native American student population, with over 40% of students identifying as such.

Colcord Elementary School stands out for its high percentage of Native American students, which is significantly higher than the state average. However, the school's statewide ranking has varied, going from 259th out of 411 Oklahoma elementary schools in 2018-2019 to 280th out of 646 in 2020-2021, and then dropping to 195th out of 323 in 2021-2022. In contrast, Colcord High School has consistently low statewide rankings, placing 252nd out of 439 Oklahoma high schools in 2022-2023, 299th out of 350 in 2021-2022, and 236th out of 307 in 2020-2021.

The data also reveals significant differences in spending per student, with Colcord Elementary School spending $12,670 per student in 2018-2019, while Colcord High School spent only $5,792 per student during the same period. Additionally, both schools have high free and reduced lunch rates, suggesting a need to address socioeconomic challenges in the Colcord community and their potential impact on student achievement.