Summary:
The Gasconade County R-II school district in Missouri serves students from preschool through 12th grade across 4 schools - 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district faces some challenges, including high poverty levels and chronic absenteeism, but also has some bright spots, particularly at the middle school level.
Owensville Middle School stands out as the strongest performer in the district, consistently ranking in the top 50% of Missouri middle schools and earning a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. In contrast, both Owensville Elementary and Gerald Elementary have seen their rankings and ratings decline over the past 3 years, with Gerald Elementary dropping from a 4-star to a 1-star rating.
The district as a whole faces challenges, such as high poverty levels, with 44.9% to 55.7% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, and consistently high chronic absenteeism rates around 18% across all schools. Academic performance is also uneven, with some grades and subjects exceeding state averages while others fall significantly behind. Addressing these issues will be crucial for improving educational outcomes for students in the Gasconade County R-II district.
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