Crowder

The Crowder school district in Oklahoma consists of two schools: Crowder Elementary School, which serves grades PK-8, and Crowder High School, which serves grades 9-12. While Crowder High School is a strong performer, ranked 72nd out of 439 Oklahoma high schools with a 4-star rating, Crowder Elementary School has a lower ranking and 2-star rating, suggesting it may not be performing as well as the high school.

Crowder High School stands out with higher proficiency rates in core subjects like CCRA/English Language Arts (33.3%), CCRA/Mathematics (25%), and CCRA/Science (37.5%) compared to state averages. The school's proficiency rate in CCRA/U.S. History (58.3%) is particularly strong. Additionally, Crowder High School spends $10,922 per student, which is higher than the $9,511 spent per student at Crowder Elementary School, and has a lower student-teacher ratio of 11.4, compared to 13.5 at the elementary school.

The schools in Crowder also have a notable Native American student population, with Crowder Elementary School having a higher percentage (36.48%) compared to Crowder High School (31.68%). This highlights the need for culturally responsive teaching practices and support for this student demographic. Overall, the data suggests a significant disparity in academic performance between the two schools, underscoring the importance of equitable resource allocation and targeted interventions to enhance educational outcomes for all students in the district.