Summary:
The 65063 zip code area is home to two schools - New Bloomfield Elementary and New Bloomfield High, both part of the New Bloomfield R-III school district. While New Bloomfield High is a standout performer, ranking 72 out of 378 Missouri high schools, the elementary school is underperforming, with a 2 out of 5 star rating and ranking 618 out of 906 Missouri elementary schools.
New Bloomfield High boasts a strong 88.0% four-year graduation rate and outperforms the district and state averages in several key test score metrics, including 75.4% proficiency in Algebra I and 32.7% proficiency in Biology I. In contrast, New Bloomfield Elementary struggles across most test score metrics, with scores well below state averages. Both schools, however, face challenges with high chronic absenteeism rates of 20.7%.
Despite the performance gap, both schools are spending over $9,000 per student, which is on the higher end. The district should examine how these funds are being allocated and whether they are being used effectively to support student learning. Additionally, the high free/reduced lunch rates at both schools (over 34%) suggest that the district may be serving a relatively disadvantaged student population, raising questions about equity and whether all students are receiving the resources and support they need to succeed.
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