High Schools in Poteau

Poteau, Oklahoma is home to a single high school, Poteau High School, which serves students in grades 9-12. The school's performance has fluctuated in recent years, ranking between 67th and 218th out of 431-463 Oklahoma high schools. While the school's overall rating by SchoolDigger is 4 out of 5 stars, its academic achievement on state assessments is mixed compared to the state averages.

Poteau High School's proficiency rates on the OSTP exams are above the state average in English Language Arts but below the state average in Mathematics, Science, and U.S. History. The school's 4-year graduation rate of 82.2% is slightly below the state average, and its chronic absenteeism rate of 19.0% is relatively high. These factors may contribute to the school's academic performance, which is further challenged by the high percentage of students from low-income families, as evidenced by the 59.45% free and reduced-price lunch rate.

Despite these challenges, Poteau High School's per-student spending of $8,238 is relatively low compared to the state average, which could impact the availability of educational resources and programs. Addressing the school's high chronic absenteeism rate, low graduation rate, and the needs of its student population from low-income families could be crucial for improving the school's overall outcomes and better supporting the educational needs of the Poteau community.