Summary:
The Verden High School is the sole high school serving the Verden area in Oklahoma. This public school serves grades 9-12 and has seen fluctuations in its statewide ranking over the years, ranging from a low of 422 out of 449 schools in 2014-2015 to a relatively higher ranking of 173 out of 431 in the current school year.
Academically, Verden High School faces some challenges, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics at 36.4% and 13.6%, respectively, for 11th-grade students in 2023-2024. The school's 4-year graduation rate for 2021-2022 was 80.1%, which is below the state average. Additionally, the school serves a population with significant economic challenges, as evidenced by the high percentage of students (56.52%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch.
Despite these challenges, Verden High School's spending per student of $11,853 and a student-teacher ratio of 18:1 are within typical ranges for public high schools in the area. However, it remains unclear how these resources are being utilized to support student learning and improve academic outcomes. Further investigation and targeted interventions may be necessary to address the school's fluctuating performance and low proficiency rates in core subjects.
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