Summary:
The 74553 zip code area is home to two schools - Kiowa Elementary School and Kiowa High School, both part of the Kiowa school district. While Kiowa Elementary has a relatively high enrollment of 202 students, Kiowa High School has a smaller student body of 82. Both schools serve economically disadvantaged populations, with over 57% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.
Kiowa Elementary School stands out for its diverse student population, with 26.73% Native American and 21.78% two or more races. The school has a strong academic history, ranking in the top 50% of Oklahoma elementary schools in the past. In contrast, Kiowa High School's performance has been more inconsistent, ranking as high as 63rd out of 350 Oklahoma high schools in 2021-2022 but dropping to 150th out of 439 in 2022-2023. The high school's student population is slightly less diverse, with 56.1% White and 29.27% Native American students.
Interestingly, the spending per student is notably higher at Kiowa High School ($21,203) compared to Kiowa Elementary School ($11,291), which may reflect the specific educational programs, resources, or staffing needs at the high school level. Overall, the schools in the 74553 zip code area serve diverse student populations, with a significant proportion of economically disadvantaged students, and their academic performance varies, warranting further investigation to understand the factors driving their successes and challenges.
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