Summary:
The Hamilton R-II school district in Missouri consists of three schools: Hamilton Elementary, Penney High, and Hamilton Middle. The district serves students from elementary through high school, providing a comprehensive educational experience.
Penney High School stands out as a top performer, ranking 42nd out of 361 Missouri high schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school maintains an impressive 95.9% 4-year graduation rate and excels in Algebra I end-of-course exams, with 46.1% of students proficient or better, surpassing the state average of 41.5%. In contrast, Hamilton Elementary shines in 3rd grade English Language Arts, with 67.6% of students proficient or better, significantly higher than the state average of 41.6%, and also performs well in 5th grade Science.
However, the district faces some challenges, as all three schools have a chronic absenteeism rate of 15.2%, which is higher than the state's target of 10%. Additionally, Hamilton Middle School lags behind in English Language Arts test scores compared to state averages, suggesting potential areas for improvement in the middle school curriculum and instruction. The district also has varying free/reduced lunch rates, with Hamilton Elementary having the highest at 50.52% in 2022-2023.
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