Summary:
The city of Guymon, Oklahoma is home to 8 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. The schools in this area face significant challenges, with large achievement gaps compared to state averages and high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.
Among the standout schools, Straight Public School, a small elementary school, consistently outperforms other Guymon schools with higher proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Math. North Park Elementary School also shows relatively strong test scores, particularly in 5th grade Science and Math. However, the majority of Guymon schools struggle, with Guymon High School having a 4-year graduation rate below the state average.
Across the district, schools face issues with high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 19-20%, and significant disparities in spending per student, from $5,999 at Carrier Elementary to $21,033 at Straight Public School. These challenges, combined with the high rates of free/reduced lunch eligibility, suggest that the Guymon and Straight school districts face significant equity issues that need to be addressed to improve outcomes for all students.
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