Crescent

The Crescent school district in Oklahoma consists of three schools: Crescent Elementary School, Crescent High School, and Crescent Middle School. The data analysis reveals that Crescent Elementary School is a standout performer, consistently ranking in the top half of Oklahoma elementary schools and outperforming the state average in English Language Arts and Mathematics proficiency. In contrast, Crescent High School has experienced a significant decline in its statewide ranking, dropping from 125th out of 439 schools in 2022-2023 to 366th out of 431 schools in 2023-2024, with concerning low proficiency rates in core subjects.

The district faces socioeconomic challenges, with high free/reduced lunch rates across all three schools, ranging from 50.27% to 65.48%. This may have implications for the schools' ability to allocate resources and provide additional support to students. Additionally, the high student-teacher ratio at Crescent High School (40.6) is significantly higher than the ratios at the elementary and middle schools, which could be a contributing factor to the school's declining academic performance and may suggest challenges in attracting and retaining qualified teachers.

Overall, the data analysis highlights the strengths of Crescent Elementary School, the concerning decline at Crescent High School, and the socioeconomic challenges faced by the district. Further investigation into the root causes of the high school's performance and the district's resource allocation and staffing strategies could provide valuable insights to improve educational outcomes for all students in Crescent.