Summary:
The Ozark R-VI school district in Missouri is home to five high-performing elementary schools that serve students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade. These schools consistently rank among the top in the state, with several standouts leading the way.
East Elementary and South Elementary are the district's top-performing elementary schools, ranking 25th and 55th out of 906 schools in Missouri for the 2023-2024 school year, respectively. Both schools have earned a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger and exceed the district and state averages on standardized test scores. The Ozark R-VI district as a whole performs well above the state average, with 62.8% of 3rd graders proficient or better in math and 73.2% of 4th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts.
While the district's elementary schools demonstrate a strong commitment to academic excellence, there are some variations in student demographics and resource allocation. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch ranges from 30.16% at Ozark Tigerpaw Early Child Center to 40.46% at South Elementary, indicating potential differences in the socioeconomic status of the student populations. Additionally, the Ozark Tigerpaw Early Child Center stands out with significantly higher spending per student and a lower student-teacher ratio, reflecting the district's focus on providing high-quality early childhood education.
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