Best Public Schools in Slater, MO

The city of Slater, Missouri, is home to 3 schools: 2 elementary schools (Alexander Elementary and Orearville Elementary) and 1 high school (Slater High). The data reveals a mix of performance, with Orearville Elementary standing out as a relatively strong performer and Alexander Elementary and Slater High facing challenges in academic achievement.

Orearville Elementary has a strong historical performance, ranking among the top Missouri elementary schools in the past, and maintains a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate and a very low student-teacher ratio, which could contribute to more personalized attention for students. In contrast, Alexander Elementary has seen a decline in its statewide ranking and consistently low proficiency rates in Mathematics and English Language Arts, indicating a need for improvement in academic outcomes.

Slater High has shown improvement in its performance over the years, with a relatively high 4-year graduation rate and a lower dropout rate compared to the state average. However, the school's Algebra I proficiency rates are well below the state average, and it serves a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, which may contribute to the academic challenges faced by the school. The data highlights the importance of addressing socioeconomic factors and resource allocation to support student success across the Slater and Orearville R-IV districts.