Tarkio R-I

The Tarkio R-I school district in Missouri is home to two schools: Tarkio JH and High School, which serves grades 6-12, and Tarkio Elementary School, which serves grades PK-5. While the district is ranked 246th out of 386 in Missouri and rated 2 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger, the individual schools show some notable differences in performance and challenges.

Tarkio JH and High School has seen its statewide ranking improve in recent years, though it is still only rated 2 out of 5 stars. The school has a 82.6% four-year graduation rate, which is slightly below the state average, and a high chronic absenteeism rate of 10.7%. Student test scores in math and English language arts are significantly below the state averages. In contrast, Tarkio Elementary School has seen its statewide ranking decline, also earning a 2 out of 5 star rating. The elementary school also has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 10.7%, and its student test scores are mixed, with 4th grade math scores well below the state average but 5th grade math scores above the state average.

Across both schools, the data reveals notable disparities in student test scores compared to state averages, particularly in math and English language arts. Additionally, the higher rate of free/reduced lunch recipients at Tarkio Elementary School (55.09%) compared to Tarkio JH and High School (34.52%) may indicate socioeconomic factors that contribute to the observed academic challenges. Addressing these issues will likely require a comprehensive approach focused on improving instructional quality, addressing attendance and engagement, and ensuring equitable resource allocation across the district.