Summary:
The city of Holden, Missouri is home to 3 schools serving grades K-12, all part of the Holden R-III district. The data reveals a mixed picture, with Holden Elementary standing out as a strong performer, consistently ranking in the top 30% of Missouri elementary schools, while Holden High faces some academic challenges, particularly in Algebra I and Biology I End of Course exams.
Holden Elementary has maintained a 4-star rating in two out of the three school years, with students outperforming the state average in most MAP test subjects and grade levels. In contrast, Holden High struggles with academic performance, with students underperforming the state average in key exams. However, the school boasts a high graduation rate of 94.8% and a low dropout rate of 2.0%, both significantly better than the state averages.
Across the district, the high free/reduced lunch rates suggest that the schools serve a significant population of students from low-income families. The higher per-student spending and lower student-teacher ratios at Holden High and Holden Middle may indicate a focus on providing additional resources and support to address the socioeconomic challenges faced by their student populations.
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