Summary:
The city of Fordland, Missouri is home to three schools serving grades K-12: Fordland Elementary, Fordland High, and Fordland Middle, all part of the Fordland R-III school district.
Among the three schools, Fordland High stands out as the top performer, with a statewide ranking of 62 out of 367 Missouri high schools and a 4-out-of-5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school boasts a 95.2% graduation rate and strong test scores, particularly in English I where 89.5% of students scored proficient or better. In contrast, Fordland Middle and Fordland Elementary have lower statewide rankings and ratings, with test scores generally below state averages.
The data also reveals some interesting disparities across the schools. Fordland Elementary has the highest free/reduced lunch rate at 45.1%, while Fordland High has the lowest at 32.83%. Additionally, Fordland Elementary spends the most per student at $11,121, while Fordland High spends the least at $7,182. These insights suggest areas for the district to examine and address to ensure equitable resources and support for all students in Fordland.
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