Summary:
The zip code 63532 contains a single public high school, Bevier High School, which serves grades 9-12 with a total enrollment of 73 students. While the school maintains a 100% four-year graduation rate, it faces significant academic and socioeconomic challenges, as evidenced by its declining test scores, high chronic absenteeism, and a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch.
Bevier High School has seen its ranking among Missouri high schools fluctuate over the years, ranging from 180 out of 358 schools in 2020-2021 to 417 out of 460 schools in 2018-2019. The school's proficiency rates on the MAP/End of Course exams are significantly lower than the state averages, particularly in Algebra I, where the proficiency rate declined from 38.9% in 2022-2023 to just 4.3% in 2023-2024.
Despite the school's high graduation rate, the academic and socioeconomic challenges faced by Bevier High School suggest the need for a comprehensive review of the factors driving these trends and the implementation of targeted interventions to support student success. The school's fluctuating ranking and performance over the years indicate the importance of ongoing monitoring and support to ensure that all students in the 63532 zip code have access to a high-quality education.
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