Summary:
The Verona R-Vii school district in Missouri has only one high school, Verona High, which serves grades 7-12 with a total enrollment of 180 students. The district as a whole is ranked 315 out of 367 school districts in Missouri and is rated 1 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger.
Verona High has faced significant academic challenges, with proficiency rates that are consistently and substantially lower than the state averages across all tested subjects and grade levels. The school's four-year graduation rate is 88.2%, and it has a 4.5% dropout rate. Chronic absenteeism is also a concern, with a rate of 17.6%. Additionally, the school serves a high-poverty student population, with 73.33% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.
Despite its small size, with only 180 students, Verona High has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 9.1 to 1. However, the school's academic performance has been declining, with its statewide ranking dropping from 285 out of 352 schools in 2022-2023 to 326 out of 367 schools in 2024-2025. Addressing the achievement gaps and improving the overall academic outcomes for the students at Verona High will be crucial for the district's success.
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