Summary:
The 63730 zip code area is home to two schools - Advance Elementary and Advance High, both part of the Advance R-IV district. While Advance Elementary has consistently ranked among the top 20% of Missouri elementary schools, Advance High has struggled, ranking in the bottom 20% of high schools in recent years.
Advance Elementary stands out with its strong academic performance, with students scoring above the state average in key subjects like mathematics and science. In contrast, Advance High's test scores, particularly in Biology I, lag behind the state average. The schools also differ in their student demographics, with Advance Elementary having a higher percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch compared to Advance High.
Interestingly, Advance High spends more per student than Advance Elementary, despite its lower academic performance. This raises questions about how resources are being utilized and whether they are effectively supporting student outcomes. Additionally, the difference in enrollment between the elementary and high school levels may suggest a potential decline in student population as students progress through the education system, an area worth further investigation.
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