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975,045 students enrolled
- Public846,67587%
- Private105,84511%
- Charter22,5252%
Students at schools that report enrollment to NCES (~9 in 10 in every sector, including private). Source: NCES.
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| District | Enrollment | Schools | Avg. Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | 47 | 1 | 10.0 / 10 |
2 Jefferson C-123 School District Conception Junction | 139 | 2 | 9.9 / 10 |
3 Marion County R-Ii School District Philadelphia | 211 | 2 | 9.8 / 10 |
4 North Harrison R-Iii School District Eagleville | 229 | 2 | 9.7 / 10 |
| 227 | 1 | 9.6 / 10 | |
6 East Lynne 40 School District East Lynne | 157 | 1 | 9.6 / 10 |
| 220 | 2 | 9.4 / 10 |
Reported Incidents
Report an IncidentCommunity-reported and third-party-sourced concerns. All incidents are allegations, not established facts.
Missouri Math Teaches Inappropriate Content
Alleged statewide incident in Missouri
A math assignment in a Missouri school reportedly included biographical details about Maya Angelou's past, including references to sexual abuse and prostitution. This content, deemed highly inappropriate for children, sparked concerns about curriculum suitability. The incident was highlighted in the context of broader debates regarding controversial topics like Critical Race Theory in education.
District advised on parental disclosure
Alleged statewide incident in Missouri
A school district received advice from a children's hospital regarding parental disclosure. The advice suggested not requiring schools to inform parents about students' chest-binding. This incident highlights ongoing debates about school transparency and parental rights concerning sensitive student information.
Missouri Debates Gender Transition Ban
Alleged statewide incident in Missouri
A legislative proposal in Missouri aims to prevent schools from encouraging gender transition among children. This initiative seeks to regulate the content and guidance provided by educational institutions on this topic.
Clinic advises school on trans
Alleged incident in Parkway C-2 School District · Missouri
A pediatric transgender clinic recommended that a Missouri school affirm the gender identity of a group of fifth-grade girls. This advice followed one student's disclosure, leading several others to also identify as transgender. The clinic dismissed concerns about social contagion.
Clinic advised gender affirmation
Alleged incident in Parkway C-2 School District · Missouri
A gender clinic advised school staff to affirm the gender identity of an entire fifth-grade class. This recommendation was made despite concerns that students might be influenced by their peers. The clinic is currently under investigation.