Summary:
The city of Warrenton, Missouri is home to 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, all part of the Warren County R-III district. The data reveals a mix of strong-performing and improving schools, with some areas needing attention to ensure equitable education across the district.
Warrior Ridge Elementary stands out as the top-performing school, consistently ranking among the best in the state with a 4-star rating. It excels in English Language Arts, with students outperforming state and district averages. Meanwhile, Black Hawk Middle has shown improvement in recent years, moving from a 2-star to a 3-star rating, and boasts an impressive 91.3% Algebra I proficiency rate. However, the district's middle and high schools, Warrenton High in particular, have lower rankings and test scores compared to state and district averages, indicating room for improvement.
Across the district, high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients suggest many students face economic disadvantages, which can impact academic performance. Additionally, the district-wide chronic absenteeism rate of 26.6% is a significant concern that needs to be addressed. The variation in per-student spending and student-teacher ratios among the schools may also contribute to the performance gaps observed, highlighting the need for more equitable distribution of resources.
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