Summary:
The Boonville R-I school district in Missouri operates two elementary schools: Hannah Cole Primary and David Barton Elementary. Both schools serve students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade and face similar challenges, including high poverty levels, low academic performance, and high chronic absenteeism rates.
According to the data, both Hannah Cole Primary and David Barton Elementary have very high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, at 99.19% and 99.7% respectively. This indicates that the district serves a predominantly low-income population. Additionally, the schools perform significantly below the state average on standardized tests, with 3rd grade math scores at 29.4% proficient or better at David Barton Elementary, compared to the state average of 40.8%. The chronic absenteeism rates at both schools are also high, at 18.9% for the 2023-2024 school year.
Despite the challenges faced by the Boonville R-I elementary schools, the data does not reveal any clear standout schools within the district. Both Hannah Cole Primary and David Barton Elementary have similar performance metrics and characteristics, suggesting a lack of differentiation or specialized programs that could cater to the unique needs of the student population. The district may benefit from a closer examination of the underlying factors contributing to these issues and the implementation of targeted interventions to improve student outcomes.
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