The top reported proficiency rate is 38% in Math. The lowest is 20% in English language arts.
Original Research by School Decision on Fogarty Es
Fogarty Elementary, a public school in Guthrie serving pre-kindergarten through fourth grade, enrolls a moderately sized student body that is predominantly white, with a notable Hispanic population and a smaller but visible group of students identifying as two or more races; Black and Native American students are present in modest numbers, and Asian students make up a very small share. The school is part of the Guthrie district and sits on North Wentz Street, away from the historic downtown core.
State assessments in math and English language arts for third and fourth graders show a mixed picture. In math, fourth graders posted a stronger proficiency rate than third graders, while in reading the pattern was similar but both grades were weaker. The school’s combined proficiency across tested grades and subjects places it in the top tier among Logan County’s five school districts, though that relative strength should be weighed against the absolute results: reading proficiency, particularly in third grade, is low. Recent changes to Oklahoma’s cut scores make year-to-year comparisons unreliable, so a parent would want to follow upcoming results to see if the school is improving.
Fogarty’s grade span ends at fourth, so there is no graduation rate or chronic absenteeism data to consider – gaps that are typical for an elementary school. Information on free or reduced-price meal eligibility, special education enrollment, and English learner status was not available in the data provided, and the school’s Title I status was not reported. A parent interested in the level of student support would need to ask the school directly about these programs.
The community context matters for a parent evaluating the fit. Guthrie is a county seat with a historic downtown district, light manufacturing, and a regional medical center. Many residents commute to Oklahoma City. The city has seen steady population growth in recent years. Housing values in Fogarty’s zip code are below the national median, and rents relative to income suggest a moderately affordable market for the region. The district brief turned up no recent district-level changes or initiatives that would alter a family’s choice.
Because Fogarty covers only the early grades, it does not offer the advanced coursework or career pathways one would look for in a high school. The academic pathway here is a foundation in the core subjects, with state test results that indicate room for growth, especially in reading. The peer environment is majority white, with a meaningful Hispanic minority and some racial diversity. Families who value a historic, small-city setting with access to Oklahoma City employment and a moderate cost of living may find this school a reasonable option for the elementary years. Those looking for high test scores in the early grades would want to examine the school’s reading instruction closely and ask about interventions for students who are below proficiency.
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