Summary:
The 74953 zip code area is home to 5 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. Overall, the schools in this area are performing well, with several standout institutions and a district-wide focus on academic achievement.
Poteau High School has seen a steady improvement in its statewide ranking, moving from the bottom half of Oklahoma high schools to the top 15% in the latest ranking. Its 80.1% four-year graduation rate is also noteworthy. In contrast, the high school lags behind the elementary and middle schools in test scores, with only 43.3% of 11th graders proficient in English Language Arts and 22.6% proficient in Math, suggesting a need to address the academic challenges faced by high school students.
Poteau Upper Elementary School stands out as a top performer, ranking in the top 30% of Oklahoma elementary schools in recent years. It has strong test scores, with 59-69% of students proficient in English Language Arts and 49-63% proficient in Math, outperforming the state averages. The schools in this area generally have high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 59.45% at Poteau High School to 76.43% at Poteau Primary Elementary School, indicating a relatively high level of economic disadvantage in the student population.
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