Valliant High School

Valliant High School is a public high school in Valliant, Oklahoma, serving 284 students in grades 9-12. The school is part of the Valliant School District, which is ranked 226 out of 452 districts in the state and has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Valliant High School has consistently underperformed compared to the state average on standardized tests, with significantly lower proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and U.S. History. The school's four-year graduation rates have also fluctuated, ranging from 81.1% to 97.1% in recent years, with the most recent rate of 82.2% still below the state average. Additionally, Valliant High School has struggled with high chronic absenteeism rates, which can negatively impact student learning and academic outcomes. These challenges may be exacerbated by the school's high percentage of students from low-socioeconomic backgrounds, with 76.76% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.

When comparing Valliant High School to nearby schools, such as Broken Bow High School and Wright City High School, those schools generally outperform Valliant High School on academic measures. However, other nearby schools, like Idabel High School and Fort Towson High School, also struggle with low academic performance, similar to Valliant High School. Addressing the root causes of Valliant High School's underperformance, such as improving attendance, providing targeted academic support, and addressing socioeconomic barriers, will be crucial for the school to improve student outcomes and better serve the community.