Summary:
The New Lima school district in Oklahoma consists of two schools - New Lima Elementary School and New Lima High School. Both schools appear to be underperforming compared to other schools in the state, with the elementary school ranked in the bottom half of Oklahoma elementary schools and the high school in the bottom quartile of high schools.
The high percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients at both schools, over 79%, suggests a high level of economic disadvantage in the district, which could be a contributing factor to the low academic performance. Despite relatively low student-teacher ratios and high per-student spending, especially at the high school level, the schools are struggling to translate these resources into better outcomes for students. Proficiency rates in core 11th grade subjects at the high school are alarmingly low, ranging from just 9.1% to 27.3%.
Overall, the data paints a concerning picture of a school district that is failing to provide a high-quality education to its students. Significant improvements may be needed in areas like curriculum, instruction, support services, and resource allocation to drive better academic outcomes and better serve the diverse student population, which includes a significant Native American presence.
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