Best Public Schools in Zip Code 74647

The 74647 zip code area is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. While some schools in the area, like Newkirk Elementary School, show relatively stronger performance, others, such as Newkirk High School and Peckham Public School, face significant challenges in terms of academic achievement and resource allocation.

One standout school is Peckham Public School, which has the highest spending per student at $18,858, significantly higher than the other schools in the area. However, the school's performance on standardized tests is relatively low, with only 21% proficient or better in English Language Arts and 25% in Mathematics, compared to the state averages of 26% in both subjects. In contrast, Newkirk High School has the lowest performance on standardized tests, with only 15% proficient or better in English Language Arts and 3% in Mathematics, compared to state averages of 37% and 18% respectively.

Across the schools in the 74647 zip code area, there are consistently high chronic absenteeism rates of 19.0%, which is higher than the state average. Additionally, the schools have a wide range of free/reduced lunch rates, from 56.28% at Newkirk Middle School to 84.68% at Peckham Public School, suggesting that these schools serve a predominantly low-income student population. The data also reveals significant disparities in academic performance between the schools, raising questions about the equity and efficiency of resource allocation in the Newkirk and Peckham school districts.