Summary:
The Platte County R-III school district in Missouri is home to two middle schools: Platte City Middle and Barry School. These schools serve students in grades 6-8 and provide a range of educational opportunities within the district.
Platte City Middle stands out as the academic powerhouse, consistently ranking among the top 44 middle schools in Missouri and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's students significantly outperform the district and state averages on standardized tests, particularly in mathematics, science, and English language arts. With a predominantly white student population and a lower percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, Platte City Middle appears to serve a more affluent community.
In contrast, Barry School has a more diverse student population, with significant percentages of African American, Hispanic, and Asian students. While its academic performance is more mixed, with some grades and subjects performing above the district and state averages, the school's higher percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch suggests it may be serving a more economically diverse community. Despite the differences, the proximity of the two middle schools within the Platte County R-III district presents opportunities for collaboration and the sharing of best practices to support the success of all students.
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