Summary:
The city of Newcastle, Oklahoma is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals a mix of academic performance across the district, with some standout schools like Newcastle High School outperforming the state average in several areas, while others, such as Newcastle Middle School, struggle to meet state benchmarks.
Newcastle High School stands out as the top-performing school in the district, ranking 95th out of 439 Oklahoma high schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school boasts a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 82.2% and outperforms the state average in several test score categories, including 42% proficiency in 11th grade English Language Arts compared to the state average of 37%. In contrast, Newcastle Middle School has seen a decline in its statewide ranking, dropping from 110th in 2022-2023 to 143rd in 2024-2025, and its students perform below the state average in most subject areas and grade levels.
Across the district, there are some concerning trends, such as a consistent chronic absenteeism rate of 19.0% for the 2024-2025 school year and relatively high free/reduced lunch rates, ranging from 37.23% to 43.82%, indicating a significant population of students from low-income families. These socioeconomic factors may be contributing to the academic performance challenges observed in the district. Additionally, the per-student spending across the schools varies, with Newcastle High School spending the most at $8,027 per student and Newcastle Elementary School spending the least at $7,201 per student, which may also be impacting the academic outcomes of the schools.
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