Summary:
The Bunker R-III school district in Missouri consists of two schools: Bunker Elementary and Bunker High. Both schools appear to be underperforming compared to state averages, with declining academic performance and rankings over the years. The district serves a predominantly low-income population, with over 70% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch at both schools.
Bunker R-III schools have seen a significant decline in their statewide rankings, with Bunker Elementary dropping from 471 out of 1,052 Missouri elementary schools in 2018-2019 to 847 out of 898 in 2022-2023, and Bunker High declining from 343 out of 460 Missouri high schools in 2018-2019 to 371 out of 521 in 2013-2014. The proficiency rates on standardized tests are also well below state averages, with only 21.4% of Bunker Elementary students proficient or better in Math and 6.7% of Bunker High students proficient or better in English Language Arts.
The student populations at both Bunker Elementary and Bunker High are overwhelmingly white, with limited racial diversity. Despite the high spending per student, the academic performance of the schools remains poor, suggesting potential issues with resource allocation or utilization within the Bunker R-III district. The district may benefit from a comprehensive review of its educational strategies and efforts to address the unique needs of its students.
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