Summary:
The 63134 zip code area in Missouri is home to three elementary schools: Kratz Elementary, Berkeley Elementary School, and Holman Elementary. These schools serve predominantly minority and economically disadvantaged student populations, with high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients.
Despite relatively high spending per student and small class sizes, the schools in the 63134 zip code area consistently underperform compared to state and district averages on key metrics like test scores and school rankings. All three schools are ranked in the bottom quartile of Missouri elementary schools, with Kratz Elementary ranked 774th, Berkeley Elementary ranked 855th, and Holman Elementary ranked 925th (out of 898 schools in 2022-2023). The schools' performance on state assessments (MAP tests) is also significantly below average across all grade levels and subject areas.
The persistent underperformance of these schools suggests that factors beyond just resource allocation, such as the socioeconomic challenges faced by the student populations, may be contributing to the schools' struggles. The high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients and the overwhelmingly minority student populations at these schools raise questions about equity and access to quality education for these underrepresented groups. Addressing the complex issues underlying these schools' challenges will likely require a multifaceted approach that goes beyond just resource allocation and focuses on addressing the broader societal factors impacting student success.
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