Summary:
The city of Sullivan, Missouri is home to 6 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, serving students from a range of socioeconomic backgrounds. While the district as a whole demonstrates strong academic performance, with several standout schools, there are also some disparities in funding and resources that may impact student opportunities.
Spring Bluff Elementary and Strain-Japan Elementary are the top-performing schools in the area, consistently ranking among the best in Missouri and significantly outperforming state averages on standardized tests. In contrast, Sullivan Primary has a higher free/reduced lunch rate of 58.48%, indicating a more economically disadvantaged student population. Spending per student also varies widely, from $10,548 at Sullivan Elementary to $13,878 at Strain-Japan Elementary, suggesting potential funding disparities within the Sullivan, Spring Bluff R-XV, and Strain-Japan R-XVI school districts.
Overall, the data paints a picture of a school district with a mix of high-performing and more challenged schools, serving a diverse student population. While the standout elementary schools demonstrate the district's potential for academic excellence, the funding disparities and socioeconomic differences among the schools may present challenges in ensuring equitable opportunities for all students in the Sullivan area.
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