Summary:
The Monett R-I school district in Missouri is home to three elementary schools serving grades PK-5: Monett Elementary, Monett Intermediate, and Monett Early Childhood Center. These schools serve a significant population of economically disadvantaged students, with high percentages of free and reduced-price lunch recipients across the district.
Among the standout schools, Monett Intermediate has shown impressive improvement, moving from a ranking of 454 out of 898 Missouri elementary schools in 2022-2023 to 320 out of 906 in 2023-2024, earning a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school has also outperformed the state average in 5th-grade math and English language arts proficiency. In contrast, Monett Elementary has struggled with below-average 3rd-grade math and English language arts proficiency rates.
Across the district, high rates of chronic absenteeism, ranging from 15.5% at all three schools, present a significant challenge. Additionally, the high percentages of economically disadvantaged students, with free and reduced-price lunch recipients making up 61.7% to 68.94% of the student population, suggest the need for targeted interventions and support to ensure these students have the resources and opportunities they need to succeed.
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