Summary:
The 65565 zip code area is home to three public schools - Steelville Elementary, Steelville High, and Steelville Middle - all part of the Steelville R-III school district. Unfortunately, the data indicates that these schools are struggling academically, with consistently low test scores and high chronic absenteeism rates across all grade levels.
Proficiency rates on state assessments are significantly below the state average for all three schools. For example, in 2024-2025, Steelville Elementary's 3rd grade math proficiency rate was just 26.4%, compared to the state average of 41.4%. Similarly, Steelville High's end-of-course exam proficiency rates were only 17.1% in Algebra I and 31.4% in Biology I. These low academic achievement levels suggest systemic challenges that need to be addressed.
Beyond academics, the schools also face high rates of chronic absenteeism, ranging from 19.1% at all three campuses. This is substantially higher than the state average, indicating potential issues with student engagement and attendance. Additionally, the schools serve a high-need student population, with 54.05% to 67.05% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. While per-student spending is in line with the state average, the combination of low academic performance, high absenteeism, and significant economic disadvantage suggests that these schools require targeted interventions and additional resources to support student success.
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