Calumet

The Calumet school district in Oklahoma consists of two schools: Calumet Elementary School (PK-8) and Calumet High School (9-12). While Calumet Elementary School has consistently ranked among the top elementary schools in the state, Calumet High School has struggled, ranking in the bottom half of high schools in Calumet in recent years.

Calumet Elementary School has a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger, placing it in the top 1-2% of elementary schools in Oklahoma in the 2017-2018 and 2018-2019 school years. In contrast, Calumet High School has struggled, with academic performance in the 25-30% proficiency range in core subjects during the 2022-2023 school year.

Both schools serve a diverse student population, with a mix of White, Hispanic, and Native American students, and a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating socioeconomic challenges. Interestingly, Calumet High School spends significantly more per student ($23,846) compared to Calumet Elementary School ($18,900), despite the elementary school's stronger academic performance, raising questions about the efficient allocation of resources within the Calumet school district.