Summary:
The 65013 zip code area is home to two schools - Belle Elementary and Belle High, both part of the Maries County R-II district. While the elementary school consistently performs well on state assessments, the high school faces some challenges, particularly in Algebra I performance. Both schools have relatively high chronic absenteeism rates, which could be an area of focus for improvement.
Belle Elementary stands out for its strong academic performance, with students scoring above the state average in both math and English language arts. The school also has a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate, though it serves a high-need student population with a very high percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients. In contrast, Belle High has a higher four-year graduation rate and lower dropout rate compared to the state average, but its Algebra I performance lags behind the state.
The data suggests that while the schools in the 65013 zip code area have some strengths, there are also areas for improvement, particularly in addressing attendance challenges and supporting the academic transition from elementary to high school. The resource allocation and distribution within the Maries County R-II district may also be an area worth examining to ensure equitable access to educational opportunities for all students.
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