Schulter

The town of Schulter, Oklahoma is home to two struggling schools - Schulter Elementary School and Schulter High School. Both schools are performing well below state averages on key metrics, with low test scores, high chronic absenteeism, and poor statewide rankings.

Schulter Elementary School has alarmingly low proficiency rates in English Language Arts (6%) and Mathematics (3%), compared to state averages of 26% for both subjects. Schulter High School also struggles, with just 22% proficiency in English Language Arts, 0% in Mathematics, and 17% in Science. Both schools have chronic absenteeism rates of 19%, significantly higher than the state average. Graduation rates at Schulter High School, at 82.2%, are also below the state average.

The schools' challenges are compounded by the high poverty levels in the community, with both Schulter Elementary School and Schulter High School having free/reduced lunch rates exceeding 96%. Despite higher spending per student at the high school level, the schools' performance remains poor, potentially due to high student-teacher ratios, especially at the high school level. Overall, the data paints a concerning picture of the educational landscape in Schulter, with both the elementary and high school facing significant obstacles in improving academic outcomes for their students.