Summary:
The Kansas City Girls Prep Middle is the sole middle school located within the Kansas City Girls Prep Academy district in Missouri. Despite its low statewide ranking and 1-star rating, the school stands out for its unique student population and resource allocation.
Kansas City Girls Prep Middle has consistently ranked in the bottom quarter of Missouri middle schools, with its statewide ranking ranging from 361 to 374 out of 451 to 459 schools over the past three years. The school's academic performance is a significant concern, with only 7.5% of 6th and 7th graders demonstrating proficiency in math, far below the state averages of 45.5% and 43.2%, respectively. Additionally, the school's chronic absenteeism rate is extremely high at 58.7%, which likely contributes to the poor academic outcomes.
Despite the school's struggles, it does have some unique characteristics. The school has a low student-teacher ratio of 6.1 to 1 and relatively high spending per student at $26,025. However, these resources do not appear to be translating into improved student performance. Furthermore, the school serves a high-poverty student population, with 100% of its students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. Addressing the complex socioeconomic challenges faced by the school's community may be crucial in improving the overall quality of education provided.
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