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Elsberry High

Summary:

Elsberry High is a public high school located in Elsberry, Missouri, serving grades 9-12 with a total enrollment of 249 students. The school is part of the Elsberry R-II School District, which is ranked 200 out of 386 districts in Missouri and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Elsberry High has consistently maintained high four-year graduation rates, ranging from 93.5% to 97.9% over the past few years, which is significantly higher than the state average. However, the school has experienced an increase in chronic absenteeism, rising from 17.0% in 2021-2022 to 23.0% in 2023-2024, which is higher than the state average and the nearby Troy Buchanan High (24.2%) and Winfield High (26.7%). Elsberry High's performance on state assessments (MAP) is mixed, with the school performing better in Biology I but lagging behind in Algebra I, with only 24.4% of students proficient or better in 2023-2024, compared to the state average of 41.5%. The school also has a relatively high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 25.89% to 45.29% over the past few years, which is higher than the nearby Silex High (25.7%).

Elsberry High's statewide ranking has fluctuated over the years, ranging from 67th out of 460 high schools in 2018-2019 to 179th out of 378 in 2023-2024, suggesting that the school's performance has been inconsistent. The school's performance for specific student subgroups, such as White students and low socioeconomic status students, has also been inconsistent. Compared to the nearby high schools, Elsberry High has some strengths, such as higher graduation rates, but also faces challenges, such as higher chronic absenteeism and lower test scores in certain subjects. By analyzing the data and comparing the school's performance to nearby high-performing schools, Elsberry High can identify opportunities for improvement and implement strategies to enhance the educational experience and outcomes for its students.


Detail:

Public 9-12

 138 Tomahawk Dr
       Elsberry, MO  63343-0106

(573) 898-5554

District: Elsberry R-II

SchoolDigger Rank:
179th of 378 Missouri High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $11,739 Help


Feeder schools for Elsberry High:

Elementary:    Clarence Cannon Elementary
Middle:    Ida Cannon Middle

Student/teacher ratio:  14.2 Help
Number of students:  248

Racial breakdown:

White:
88.7%
Two or more races:
6.0%
Hispanic:
2.4%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  23.4% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Elsberry High ranks better than 52.6% of high schools in Missouri. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 45.49. (See more...)
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The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Elsberry High who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (88.7%), two or more races (6%), Hispanic (2.4%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 23.4% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Elsberry High is 14.2. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Elsberry High is $11,739.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Elsberry High:

SchoolDigger ranks Elsberry High 179th of 378 Missouri public high schools. (See Elsberry High in the ranking list.)

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Elsberry R-II:

SchoolDigger ranks Elsberry R-II 200th of 386 Missouri school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Elsberry High

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Rank History for all students at Elsberry High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 40.32 370th 534 30.7%
2007 46.34 312th 538 42.0%
2008 61.13 184th 539 65.9%
2009 58.31 165th 507 67.5%
2010 51.57 246th 516 52.3%
2011 59.73 168th 528 68.2%
2012 59.21 168th 522 67.8%
2013 32.53 417th 523 20.3%
2014 31.87 411th 521 21.1%
2015 38.09 350th 504 30.6%
2016 36.93 281st 401 29.9%
2017 59.85 159th 404 60.6%
2018 45.04 235th 468 49.8%
2019 70.51 67th 460 85.4%
2021 53.44 130th 358 63.7%
2023 56.33 99th 352 71.9%
2024 45.49 179th 378 52.6%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Elsberry High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 59.32 91st 368 75.3%
2021 38.85 154th 255 39.6%
2023 52.94 93rd 268 65.3%
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Rank History for White students at Elsberry High

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools MO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 42.82 223rd 440 49.3%
2019 71.55 57th 430 86.7%
2021 49.55 118th 309 61.8%
2023 49.37 102nd 302 66.2%
2024 35.52 188th 321 41.4%
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Data source: test scores: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

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Enrollment information for Elsberry High

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1991 0 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 204 204
1992 196 5 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 201
1993 213 5 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 220
1994 219 5 0 3 0 n/a n/a 0 227
1995 229 6 0 3 0 n/a n/a 0 238
1996 229 6 0 3 0 n/a n/a 0 238
1997 233 5 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 240
1998 236 7 0 2 0 n/a n/a 0 245
1999 232 8 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 241
2000 247 7 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 255
2001 242 9 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 251
2002 253 8 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 261
2003 253 8 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 261
2004 248 8 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 257
2005 249 18 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 268
2006 260 14 1 2 0 n/a n/a 0 277
2007 258 10 2 2 1 n/a n/a 0 273
2008 261 17 4 1 0 n/a n/a 0 283
2009 236 10 2 3 0 n/a n/a 0 251
2010 222 7 1 5 0 n/a n/a 0 235
2011 223 6 1 5 0 0 0 0 235
2012 199 10 0 5 0 0 1 0 215
2013 202 15 0 5 3 0 0 0 225
2014 211 13 0 4 3 0 1 0 232
2015 205 14 3 7 1 0 2 0 232
2016 208 11 0 9 2 0 2 0 232
2017 208 7 0 10 2 0 3 0 230
2018 202 4 1 10 3 0 3 0 223
2019 216 3 2 9 4 0 4 0 238
2020 206 4 1 10 1 0 6 0 228
2021 202 6 0 8 2 0 5 0 223
2022 208 1 1 6 2 0 6 0 224
2023 224 2 1 9 2 0 11 0 249
2024 220 4 0 6 3 0 15 0 248

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Elsberry High

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1991 204 13.9 14.6 n/a
1992 201 13.4 15.0 n/a
1993 220 13.2 16.7 n/a
1994 227 13.2 17.2 0
1995 238 12.4 19.2 n/a
1996 238 12.4 19.2 n/a
1997 240 13.4 17.9 14.2
1998 245 17.6 13.9 15.1
1999 241 17.3 13.9 21.2
2000 255 17.3 14.7 18
2001 251 17.9 14.0 23.1
2002 261 18.9 13.8 23.8
2003 261 18.9 13.8 23.8
2004 257 19.2 13.4 28
2005 268 17.9 15.0 39.9
2006 277 18.4 15.1 33.6
2007 273 17.2 15.9 31.5
2008 283 20.5 13.8 32.2
2009 251 19.9 12.6 39.8
2010 235 20.4 11.4 45.1
2011 235 18.5 12.6 50.2
2012 215 17.6 12.1 44.7
2013 225 17.1 13.1 52.9
2014 232 18.6 12.4 52.6
2015 232 20.0 11.6 50
2016 232 19.0 12.2 44
2017 230 18.7 12.2 45.2
2018 223 17.8 12.4 43.5
2019 238 17.7 13.4 43.7
2020 228 17.7 12.8 45.2
2021 223 17.4 12.8 45.3
2022 224 18.1 12.3 25.9
2023 249 18.6 13.3 36.1
2024 248 17.4 14.2 23.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Elsberry High

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1991 204 13.9 14.6 n/a
1992 201 13.4 15.0 n/a
1993 220 13.2 16.7 n/a
1994 227 13.2 17.2 0
1995 238 12.4 19.2 n/a
1996 238 12.4 19.2 n/a
1997 240 13.4 17.9 14.2
1998 245 17.6 13.9 15.1
1999 241 17.3 13.9 21.2
2000 255 17.3 14.7 18
2001 251 17.9 14.0 23.1
2002 261 18.9 13.8 23.8
2003 261 18.9 13.8 23.8
2004 257 19.2 13.4 28
2005 268 17.9 15.0 39.9
2006 277 18.4 15.1 33.6
2007 273 17.2 15.9 31.5
2008 283 20.5 13.8 32.2
2009 251 19.9 12.6 39.8
2010 235 20.4 11.4 45.1
2011 235 18.5 12.6 50.2
2012 215 17.6 12.1 44.7
2013 225 17.1 13.1 52.9
2014 232 18.6 12.4 52.6
2015 232 20.0 11.6 50
2016 232 19.0 12.2 44
2017 230 18.7 12.2 45.2
2018 223 17.8 12.4 43.5
2019 238 17.7 13.4 43.7
2020 228 17.7 12.8 45.2
2021 223 17.4 12.8 45.3
2022 224 18.1 12.3 25.9
2023 249 18.6 13.3 36.1
2024 248 17.4 14.2 23.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Elsberry High

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $236 (2.5%) $9,234 (97.5%) $9,470
2020 $484 (4.8%) $9,649 (95.2%) $10,134
2021 $1,397 (12.7%) $9,630 (87.3%) $11,027
2022 $1,274 (10.9%) $10,465 (89.1%) $11,739

Data source: Missouri Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Elsberry High

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 67th of 460 High schoolsRanks 99th of 352 High schools
 13.6%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
End of Course Biology I (Elsberry High)45.638.1
 7.5%
   End of Course Biology I (Elsberry R-II)45.638.1
 7.5%
   End of Course Biology I (Missouri)39.238.5
 0.7%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students238249
 4.6%
African American32
 33.3%
American Indian42
 50%
Asian21
 50%
Hispanic99
Pacific Islander00
White216224
 3.7%
Two or More Races411
 175%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients43.7%36.1%
 7.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions about Elsberry High

In the 2023-24 school year, 248 students attended Elsberry High.

Elsberry High is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : Clarence Cannon Elementary
Middle : Ida Cannon Middle

Elsberry High ranks 179th of 378 Missouri high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Students at Elsberry High are 89% White, 6% Two or more races, 2% Hispanic, 2% African American, 1% American Indian.


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