Summary:
The 64840 zip code area is home to 3 schools - 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high school - all part of the Diamond R-IV school district. While Diamond Middle School stands out as the strongest performer, with a statewide ranking of 181 out of 438 Missouri middle schools, the district as a whole faces significant challenges in student achievement and engagement.
Across the elementary, middle, and high school levels, the schools consistently underperform the state averages in both mathematics and English language arts. For example, at the 3rd and 4th grade levels, Diamond Elementary students scored 22.3% and 30.8% proficient or better in math, compared to the state average of 41.4% and 43.8% respectively. Additionally, all 3 schools have high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 14.9% to 14.9%, significantly higher than the state's target of 10% or less.
Despite the relatively high spending per student, ranging from $11,604 to $13,055, the schools serve a high proportion of economically disadvantaged students, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 44.13% to 58.54%. This socioeconomic challenge likely contributes to the academic struggles faced by the district, underscoring the need for targeted interventions and support services to help these students succeed.
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