Summary:
The Boonville R-I school district in Missouri has only one middle school, the Laura Speed Elliott Middle School, which serves grades 6-8. The school's performance data suggests it is facing significant challenges in providing a high-quality education to its students.
The Laura Speed Elliott Middle School has consistently low academic performance, with test scores well below the state averages across all grade levels and subject areas, except for Algebra I. The school's ranking among Missouri middle schools has also declined, dropping from 335 out of 459 in 2021-2022 to 313 out of 451 in 2023-2024, with its star rating decreasing from 1 to 2 over the same period. Additionally, the school has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 18.9%, which can negatively impact student learning and achievement.
One significant challenge facing the school is its high poverty level, with 100% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. This can make it difficult for the school to provide the necessary resources and support to help students succeed academically. Overall, the data suggests that the Laura Speed Elliott Middle School is in need of targeted interventions and support to improve student outcomes and provide a high-quality education to its students.
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