Summary:
The city of Desloge, Missouri is home to 3 schools that serve students from elementary through middle school, all part of the North St. Francois County R-I school district. While the schools do not have any clear standout performers, a closer look reveals some interesting insights about their academic performance and student demographics.
Academically, Intermediate School stands out with the highest proficiency rates in Mathematics for 5th and 6th grade, exceeding the state averages. However, North County Parkside Elementary has the highest proficiency in 3rd grade English Language Arts, though still below the state average. Overall, the schools appear to be struggling, with declining performance on state assessments observed across the district.
Socioeconomic factors may be playing a significant role, as all three schools have high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 51% to 62%. Additionally, chronic absenteeism is a concern, with all schools reporting rates well above the state average. Despite these challenges, the schools maintain relatively low student-teacher ratios, which could be leveraged to provide more individualized attention and support for students.
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