Summary:
The city of Willard, Missouri is home to a diverse school district that serves students from elementary through high school. The district consists of 5 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. Overall, the Willard school district is performing well, with several standout schools and strong academic outcomes.
Willard High School is the district's top performer, consistently ranking in the top 30 Missouri high schools for the past 3 years and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school boasts an impressive 98.3% four-year graduation rate and low 0.4% dropout rate, along with strong academic performance, with 58.9% to 68% of students proficient or better in various End of Course exams. In contrast, Willard East Elementary has a lower ranking, suggesting potential differences in instructional approaches or resource allocation across the district's elementary schools.
The Willard R-II school district serves a diverse student population, with free and reduced lunch rates ranging from 26.86% at Willard High to 41.19% at Willard North Elementary. While Willard North Elementary is a standout performer, ranking in the top 115 schools in the state, the district as a whole faces a challenge with high chronic absenteeism rates across all schools, an area that may require further investigation and support.
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