Wheaton R-III

The Wheaton R-III school district in Missouri consists of two schools: Wheaton Elementary and Wheaton High. Based on the available data, neither school appears to be a standout performer, as both are ranked below average compared to other schools in the state.

Wheaton Elementary is ranked 801 out of 906 Missouri elementary schools and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger, while Wheaton High is ranked 294 out of 361 Missouri high schools and also has a 1-star rating. Both schools have low proficiency rates on MAP tests, with Wheaton Elementary scoring significantly below the state average in most subjects and grade levels. Additionally, both schools have high chronic absenteeism rates, which may be contributing to their low academic performance.

The data also suggests that the Wheaton R-III district serves a population with significant economic challenges, as a high percentage of students at both schools (58% at Wheaton Elementary and 56.91% at Wheaton High) receive free or reduced-price lunch. Despite the relatively low student-teacher ratios, the schools appear to be underfunded, with per-student spending below the state average. Addressing the low academic performance, high economic disadvantage, and attendance issues will likely require a comprehensive, district-wide approach to improve student outcomes in the Wheaton R-III school district.