Schuyler County R-I

The Schuyler County R-I school district in Missouri consists of two schools: Schuyler County Elementary (grades PK-6) and Schuyler County High (grades 7-12). While both schools have room for improvement, the high school stands out as the stronger performer, with a higher statewide ranking, better graduation rates, and stronger academic outcomes in several areas.

Schuyler County High has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger and ranks 126 out of 378 Missouri high schools, compared to the elementary school's 2-star rating and ranking of 528 out of 906 elementary schools. The high school boasts an impressive 97.9% four-year graduation rate, and its students outperform the state average in subjects like 8th grade science and biology end-of-course exams. In contrast, the elementary school struggles with lower math proficiency rates, particularly in grades 4-6.

Both schools face challenges, such as higher-than-average chronic absenteeism rates and socioeconomic factors that may contribute to academic performance. The district's investment in education, as evidenced by the relatively high spending per student, suggests opportunities to improve the effectiveness of that spending and address the root causes of the performance gaps between the two schools. By focusing on replicating the high school's success and addressing the elementary school's weaknesses, the Schuyler County R-I district can work to enhance the educational outcomes for all its students.