Summary:
The city of Randlett, Oklahoma is home to two schools: Big Pasture Elementary School and Big Pasture High School, both part of the Big Pasture school district. While the high school maintains an average performance rating, the elementary school has seen a significant decline in its statewide ranking and now performs below average, struggling with low test scores and high chronic absenteeism rates.
Big Pasture Elementary School has dropped from a high ranking of 161 out of 957 Oklahoma elementary schools in 2014-2015 to 451 out of 614 in 2024-2025, and holds a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger. Only 27% of its students are proficient or better in English Language Arts, and 22% in Mathematics. The school also faces a high chronic absenteeism rate of 19%. In contrast, Big Pasture High School, while also struggling with low test scores, maintains a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 82.2% and a 3-star rating, indicating average performance.
Both schools serve a high-need population, with over 65% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. Funding disparities also exist, with the high school spending significantly more per student ($13,657) compared to the elementary school ($8,450). Addressing the challenges faced by these schools, including improving academic performance, reducing chronic absenteeism, and ensuring equitable resource allocation, will be crucial for supporting student success in the Randlett community.
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