Summary:
The city of Elsberry, Missouri is home to 3 schools serving grades K-12, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals stark differences in performance between the schools, with Ida Cannon Middle School and Elsberry High School outperforming Clarence Cannon Elementary.
Ida Cannon Middle School appears to be the strongest performer in the district, with a higher statewide ranking and relatively strong test scores, including 46.9% 6th grade math proficiency compared to the district and state averages. Elsberry High School also stands out, with a 4-star rating and an impressive 97.9% four-year graduation rate, well above the state average.
However, all three schools face challenges, including high chronic absenteeism rates ranging from 21.1% to 21.1%, and generally underperforming state averages in math and English language arts proficiency. The elementary and middle schools also have high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting a relatively high-need student population. These findings indicate opportunities for the district to address equity issues, investigate root causes of absenteeism, and leverage the strengths of the higher-performing schools to improve outcomes across the Elsberry R-II district.
Thank you for your feedback!