Best Public Schools in Zip Code 73044

The 73044 zip code area is home to 10 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 high schools, serving a diverse student population. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and underperforming schools, with standout institutions like Fogarty Elementary School and the virtual charter schools, eSCHOOL VIRTUAL CHARTER Middle School and eSCHOOL VIRTUAL CHARTER High School, leading the pack in terms of state-wide rankings and academic performance.

The racial makeup of the schools varies, with a range of 51% to 60% White students, 1% to 17% African American, 12% to 27% Hispanic, and a mix of Asian, Native American, and students of two or more races. Test scores also show a wide disparity, with Fogarty Elementary excelling in mathematics proficiency, while other schools, like Charter Oak Elementary, lag behind the district and state averages. The free/reduced lunch rates, ranging from 45% to 69%, indicate varying levels of economic disadvantage among the student populations.

The virtual charter schools, operated by the E-School Virtual Academy district, stand out for their strong state-wide rankings and, in the case of the middle school, a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. In contrast, the traditional public schools in the Guthrie district show more varied performance, with some, like Fogarty Elementary, excelling, and others, like Charter Oak Elementary, struggling to meet district and state benchmarks.