High Schools in New Madrid County R-I

The New Madrid County R-I school district in Missouri has only one high school, Central High School, which serves students in grades 9-12. With a student population of 400, Central High School faces significant challenges, including high poverty levels and below-average academic performance compared to the state.

Central High School has a student body that is 64.25% White, 26.25% African American, 3.5% Hispanic, and 6% two or more races. The school's student-teacher ratio of 12.6 is slightly lower than the state average, and its spending per student of $17,175 is higher than the state average. However, the school's proficiency rates on the MAP/Algebra I and MAP/Biology I End of Course exams are below the state averages, at 30.4% and 36.2%, respectively, compared to the state averages of 41.5% and 38.5%. Additionally, the school has a 100% free and reduced-price lunch rate, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among its student population.

The school's statewide SchoolDigger ranking has fluctuated in recent years, ranging from 169th out of 352 Missouri high schools in 2022-2023 (3 out of 5 stars) to 285th out of 361 in 2021-2022 (1 out of 5 stars). This volatility in rankings may be a concern and could suggest inconsistencies in the school's performance or challenges in maintaining a stable level of academic achievement. Despite the higher spending per student, the data suggests that Central High School faces significant challenges in supporting student success and ensuring that all learners have access to a high-quality education.