Best Public Schools in Peculiar, MO

The city of Peculiar, Missouri is home to 4 schools serving students from pre-K through 12th grade, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The schools in this area are part of the Raymore-Peculiar R-II school district, which has a consistent performance profile across the district with all schools earning a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Among the standout schools in Peculiar is Raymore-Peculiar South Middle School, which ranks 198 out of 438 Missouri middle schools and performs well on MAP test scores. The district's pre-K school, Shull Early Learning Center, also stands out with its focus on early childhood education and a high percentage of students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. However, the district as a whole has room for improvement, as the Raymore-Peculiar Senior High had relatively low proficiency rates on End of Course exams.

Across the district, chronic absenteeism rates are higher than desired, and there are indications of socioeconomic disparities, with the elementary schools serving a higher proportion of students from low-income families. The district will need to address these equity and attendance concerns to drive better outcomes for all students in Peculiar.