The top reported proficiency rate is 29% in English language arts. The lowest is 24% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Pattonsburg High
Pattonsburg High serves grades seven through twelve in the Pattonsburg R-II district, a very small rural school system in northwest Missouri. The school shares a single campus with the district's elementary school at 1 Panther Drive, making the campus one of the central civic institutions in this compact town. Pattonsburg itself was relocated after a devastating flood destroyed the original town, with residents choosing higher ground for the new location. The community is primarily residential with a rich farming area around it, and its cost of living is low.
The school's student body is small. The racial and ethnic composition is predominantly white, with a very small number of students who are Black, Hispanic, or of two or more races. A substantial share of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. State testing data for English language arts and math was reported for seventh and eighth grades, while results for other tested grades or subjects were suppressed, often reflecting the small number of students tested in a given grade. Where results were reported, proficiency rates in both math and English language arts were below state averages. A parent considering this school may want to ask the school directly how it supports students who are not yet at grade-level proficiency, particularly given the small class sizes that could allow for individualized attention.
Because the school serves grades seven through twelve and graduation rates are a standard metric for high schools, the absence of a reported graduation rate is worth noting. The data did not include this information, so a family should confirm with the district what the four-year graduation rate looks like, as this is an important indicator of whether students are finishing on time.
The school's overall proficiency across tested subjects and grades places it above the midpoint among Daviess County districts, though the comparison set is small. No chronic absenteeism data was available for this school. The district has not publicly reported any recent curriculum changes, referendums, or property-tax shifts, so families should reach out to the district office directly for information about current academic programs or upcoming changes.
Housing values in the Pattonsburg area have risen in recent years and are above the state median, though still below the national median. The area has seen modest population growth since the year 2000. The school is located near U.S. Route 69 and a short distance west of Interstate 35, providing some transportation links to the broader region.
For families who value a very small school environment where teachers are likely to know every student, Pattonsburg High offers that setting. The academic performance data suggests that students, as a group, are below state proficiency benchmarks in the grades and subjects where results were reported. A family moving to the area with children who are already performing at or above grade level should explore what advanced coursework or enrichment is available, as the school's course access data was not provided. For families whose children need additional academic support, the small class sizes could be a benefit, but it is worth confirming what interventions and supports are in place. The school and its district sit within a quiet, rural community with a low cost of living and limited commercial amenities, so families should be comfortable with that pace of life.
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