Summary:
The city of Othello, Washington is home to 8 schools serving grades K-12, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools. The schools in this predominantly Hispanic district face significant challenges, with students performing well below state averages on academic measures despite higher-than-average per-student spending.
Among the standout schools, Wahitis Elementary School ranks the highest in the district, outperforming other Othello schools in English Language Arts and Math proficiency. However, even Wahitis lags behind state averages by a wide margin. At the high school level, Desert Oasis High School stands out with a low student-teacher ratio but also the lowest 4-year graduation rate and highest dropout rate in the district.
Across the Othello School District, schools serve a predominantly Hispanic student population, with 87-95% of students identifying as Hispanic. These schools also have very high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating significant economic disadvantage. Despite higher-than-average per-student spending, the Othello schools struggle to provide equitable educational opportunities, with students performing well below state averages in core academic subjects.
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