Summary:
The 74028 zip code area is home to 3 schools - 2 elementary schools (Depew Elementary School and Gypsy Public School) and 1 high school (Depew High School). While the schools vary in their performance and funding, the data reveals a complex landscape with both high-performing and struggling institutions.
Gypsy Public School stands out as a small elementary school with a very high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high-poverty student population. Despite spending a relatively high amount per student and having a low student-teacher ratio, the school has historically ranked in the bottom quartile of Oklahoma elementary schools. In contrast, Depew High School has seen a decline in its statewide ranking and has concerning academic proficiency rates, with only 31.3% of 11th-grade students proficient or better in English Language Arts and just 6.3% proficient or better in Mathematics.
The data highlights the importance of considering contextual factors, such as student demographics and socioeconomic status, when analyzing school performance. The high free/reduced lunch rates at Depew Elementary School and Gypsy Public School suggest that these schools may face unique challenges in supporting their students' academic success. Overall, the analysis of the school data in the 74028 zip code area reveals a complex landscape that requires a deeper understanding of the factors influencing school performance and the need for targeted interventions to address the unique needs of each school community.
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