Summary:
The Winona R-III school district in Missouri consists of two schools: Winona Elementary and Winona High. Based on the available data, Winona Elementary appears to be the standout school in the district, consistently ranking highly in the state with a 4-star or 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. In contrast, Winona High School has struggled, with a 1-star or 2-star rating and relatively low test scores compared to the state average.
Winona Elementary's strong performance is particularly impressive given the high percentage of students from low-income families, with a 77.93% free/reduced lunch rate. The school significantly outperforms the state average in mathematics, science, and English language arts. However, Winona High School has underperformed the state average in several subject areas, including Algebra I, Geometry, and American History.
The significant difference in spending per student between the two schools ($9,320 for Winona Elementary vs. $11,114 for Winona High) suggests that the district may not be allocating resources equitably, which could be contributing to the performance gap. Additionally, both schools have high chronic absenteeism rates (35.8%), which may also be a factor in their academic challenges. The district may benefit from examining its resource allocation and attendance policies to ensure that all students have access to the support and opportunities they need to succeed.
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