Summary:
The 74839 zip code area is home to two struggling schools - Graham-Dustin Elementary and Graham-Dustin High School. Both schools serve a high-poverty student population, with over 90% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. Despite relatively low student-teacher ratios and high per-student spending, the schools are performing poorly on academic metrics, with very low proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics, well below the state averages.
Graham-Dustin High School's performance is particularly concerning, with only 3% of 11th-grade students proficient in ELA and Math, and 0% proficient in Science. Both schools have low statewide rankings, with Graham-Dustin Elementary ranked 445 out of 452 schools in Oklahoma and Graham-Dustin High School ranked 441 out of 463 high schools. Additionally, both schools struggle with high chronic absenteeism rates, at 19% for both the elementary and high school, which can further hinder academic success.
The data suggests that the schools in the 74839 zip code area are in dire need of comprehensive improvement efforts, including curriculum and instructional strategies, teacher professional development, student support services, and community engagement. Targeted interventions and partnerships with local organizations and resources may be necessary to help these Graham-Dustin schools turn around and better serve their students.
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