Summary:
The city of Osage Beach, Missouri is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The schools in this area serve students from diverse backgrounds and face some common challenges, such as high chronic absenteeism rates and a significant percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.
Among the standout schools in Osage Beach is Osage Middle School, which ranks 64th out of 451 Missouri middle schools and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school boasts strong performance on state assessments, with 63.7% of 7th graders proficient or better in math and 56.2% proficient or better in English Language Arts. Another high-performing school is Osage High School, which ranks 155th out of 378 Missouri high schools and has a remarkable 97.9% four-year graduation rate, significantly higher than the state average. However, the high school's ranking has dropped from 62nd in the state to 155th over the past two years, indicating a need for further investigation.
While the schools in the School of the Osage district generally outperform the state averages, the Camdenton R-III district school, Osage Beach Elementary, lags behind in some areas. Additionally, all schools in the area face high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 28.6% to 29.0%, which is a significant concern that the district should address. The schools also have relatively high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating the need for additional support and resources for economically disadvantaged students.
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