Summary:
The city of Niangua, Missouri is home to 3 public schools serving grades K-12: Niangua Elementary, Niangua High, and Niangua Middle School. While the schools have relatively small enrollments, ranging from 63 to 152 students, the overall academic performance of the Niangua R-V school district appears to be below state averages.
None of the Niangua schools stand out as clear academic leaders, with all three schools reporting significantly lower proficiency rates in core subjects like math, science, and English language arts compared to state benchmarks. The racial makeup of the schools is also predominantly white, with very little diversity represented. Additionally, the schools have high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student population.
While the student-teacher ratios are relatively low, ranging from 10.5 to 12.3, this does not seem to be translating into improved academic outcomes. Spending per student also varies widely, with the high school receiving significantly more funding than the elementary and middle schools. Overall, the data suggests that the Niangua school district may need to implement significant improvements and interventions to better support its students and improve academic performance across the board.
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