Summary:
The 65723 zip code area is home to 3 schools in the Pierce City R-VI school district, including 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high school. While the schools have some standout elements, they also face challenges in academic performance and student engagement.
Central Elementary ranks 369 out of 906 Missouri elementary schools and performs above the state average in 5th-grade science and English language arts. However, it struggles with a high chronic absenteeism rate of 18.7%. Pierce City High ranks 330 out of 378 Missouri high schools and has significantly low proficiency rates in Algebra I and Algebra II, though it maintains a relatively high 4-year graduation rate. Pierce City Middle ranks 218 out of 451 Missouri middle schools, performing above the state average in 8th-grade English language arts but below average in other subjects, and also has a high chronic absenteeism rate.
Across the schools, there are inconsistencies in academic performance, with some grades and subjects exceeding state averages while others fall behind. The high free/reduced-price lunch rates at Central Elementary and Pierce City Middle suggest these schools serve populations with lower socioeconomic status, which may impact academic outcomes and require additional resources and support. The district and individual schools should focus on addressing chronic absenteeism, improving academic performance, and ensuring equitable access to resources for all students.
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