Summary:
The Laclede County C-5 district in Missouri has only one elementary school, Joel E. Barber Elementary, which serves grades PK-8 with an enrollment of 521 students.
Joel E. Barber Elementary has consistently ranked in the bottom third of Missouri elementary schools, with a 2-star rating out of 5 from SchoolDigger. The school's academic performance, as measured by proficiency rates on the Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) tests, is generally lower than the state averages across various grade levels and subject areas. For example, in 3rd grade Mathematics, the school's proficiency rate was 26% compared to the state average of 41.4%, and in 8th grade Mathematics, the school's proficiency rate was 14% compared to the state average of 32.7%. The school also has a very high rate of 99.42% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating significant economic challenges faced by the student population.
Despite the school's low academic performance, it has maintained a relatively consistent ranking and rating over the past few years. However, with a spending per student of $8,823, which is below the state average, the school may be facing resource constraints that could impact its ability to provide quality educational programs and support for its students. Addressing these challenges will likely require a comprehensive approach, including targeted interventions, increased funding, and collaboration with the community to support the school and its students.
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