Southern Reynolds County R-II

The Southern Reynolds County R-II school district in Missouri consists of two schools: Ellington High School and Ellington Elementary. The data analysis reveals that Ellington Elementary is a standout school in the district, consistently ranking among the top elementary schools in Missouri with a 4-star or 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. In contrast, Ellington High School faces some academic challenges, with generally lower proficiency rates on standardized tests compared to the state average.

Ellington Elementary's exceptional performance is evident in its significantly higher proficiency rates on MAP assessments, particularly in Mathematics and Science for 5th grade. The school's strong academic results are likely influenced by factors such as its smaller student-teacher ratio and higher per-student spending compared to Ellington High School. However, both schools have relatively high rates of free and reduced lunch recipients, indicating a higher proportion of students from low-income families, which may contribute to the academic challenges faced by Ellington High School.

Overall, the data analysis suggests that Southern Reynolds County R-II district has a standout elementary school in Ellington Elementary, while Ellington High School faces some academic challenges that may be influenced by socioeconomic factors and resource allocation within the district.