Summary:
The 65248 zip code in Missouri has only one elementary school, Laurence J. Daly Elementary, which serves grades PK-5 with an enrollment of 320 students. The school is part of the Fayette R-III school district, which is ranked 288 out of 367 districts in the state and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Laurence J. Daly Elementary has seen a decline in its statewide ranking over the past 3 years, going from 538 out of 898 Missouri elementary schools in 2022-2023 to 620 out of 900 in 2024-2025, with a consistent 2-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's academic performance, as measured by MAP test scores, is generally below the state averages across grade levels and subject areas, with only 32% of 4th graders proficient in math compared to the state average of 43.8%. Additionally, the school has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 18.0% in 2023-2024.
Despite the academic challenges, Laurence J. Daly Elementary has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 11.7, which could be an asset in providing more individualized attention and support for students. However, the school serves a predominantly low-income population, with 48.75% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, which may contribute to the academic struggles. Overall, the data suggests that Laurence J. Daly Elementary is an underperforming school facing significant challenges related to student achievement and poverty levels.
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