Summary:
The city of Okanogan, Washington is home to 5 schools, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools (with 1 alternative high school). The schools serve a diverse student population, with significant percentages of Hispanic and Native American students, and many students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch.
Okanogan High School stands out as the strongest performing school in the district, ranking 176 out of 437 Washington high schools and outperforming the district and state averages in English Language Arts and Science proficiency. In contrast, the Okanogan Outreach Alternative School faces significant challenges, with a low 4-year graduation rate of 28.1% and high dropout rate of 50%, as well as lower academic proficiency compared to the district and state.
Overall, the Okanogan School District struggles with academic performance, with most schools performing below state averages in core subjects. This suggests a need for district-wide initiatives to improve educational outcomes, particularly in addressing socioeconomic factors that may be impacting student success and ensuring equitable distribution of resources across the schools.
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