High Schools in Springfield R-Xii


Summary:

The Springfield R-Xii school district in Missouri is home to 5 high schools, including Kickapoo High, Central High, Glendale High, Parkview High, and Hillcrest High. These schools serve students in grades 9-12 and showcase a range of academic performance and student demographics.

Kickapoo High and Central High stand out as the top-performing schools in the district, with Kickapoo consistently ranked among the best high schools in Missouri and Central High excelling in English Language Arts and advanced math courses. In contrast, Parkview High and Hillcrest High struggle with lower proficiency rates and higher rates of economic disadvantage, as indicated by their higher percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.

The data reveals significant performance disparities within the Springfield R-Xii district, suggesting that factors beyond just funding, such as student demographics and school culture, may be contributing to the differences in academic achievement. Additionally, all 5 high schools have relatively high chronic absenteeism rates, which may be impacting student learning and overall school performance. Understanding the underlying factors behind these trends could help the district develop targeted strategies to support all students and promote more equitable educational opportunities.

District Detail

 1359 E. St. Louis
Springfield, MO 65802-3409

 (417) 523-0000

SchoolDigger Rank:
182nd of 386 Missouri districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students:

Primary Schools: 34
Middle Schools: 10
High Schools: 7
Alternative Schools: 2
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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