Summary:
The city of Walker, Missouri has only one public high school serving grades 7-12 - Northeast Vernon County R-I High. This small school, with just 104 students, is part of the Northeast Vernon County R-I District, which is ranked 297 out of 386 districts in the state and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Northeast Vernon County R-I High has consistently performed below the state average on standardized tests, particularly in mathematics and Algebra I. The school's 2023-2024 ranking of 278 out of 378 Missouri high schools and 1-star rating indicate significant room for improvement. Additionally, the school faces challenges with a high chronic absenteeism rate of 17.3% and a large percentage (67.31%) of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting socioeconomic factors may be impacting student achievement.
Despite these challenges, the school does have some bright spots, such as a 78.9% four-year graduation rate and a student-teacher ratio of 8.3 to 1, which is relatively low. However, the school's fluctuating ranking over the past few years suggests its performance may be inconsistent. Targeted interventions and support to address attendance, academic performance, and socioeconomic needs could be crucial in helping Northeast Vernon County R-I High improve student outcomes and better serve the community of Walker, Missouri.
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