Summary:
The Sparta R-III school district in Missouri has one elementary school, Sparta Elementary, which serves grades K-4 with a total enrollment of 256 students. While the school has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger, its statewide ranking has fluctuated in recent years, suggesting its performance may be somewhat inconsistent.
Sparta Elementary's strengths include a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 11.2 to 1 and strong 4th grade math performance, with 54.3% of students scoring proficient or better on the MAP test, significantly above the state average of 44.4%. However, the school's 3rd grade math and ELA scores are only slightly above or below the state averages, and its chronic absenteeism rate of 16.6% is slightly higher than the state average. Additionally, with over 55% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, the school serves a relatively economically disadvantaged population, which may present challenges in providing additional support and resources.
Overall, Sparta R-III appears to have a fairly typical elementary school, with some areas of strength and potential areas for improvement. While the school's performance is around the state average, its fluctuating statewide ranking and the needs of its economically disadvantaged student population suggest the district may need to focus on providing more consistent and targeted support to ensure all students succeed.
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