Mehlville School District sees MAP test, Annual Performance Report scores rise

The Mehlville School District saw a rise in both Missouri Assessment Program (MAP) test and Annual Performance Report scores this year.

In 2024, more students than typical scored advanced or proficient on the MAP test across almost all grade levels and subjects.

The district showed the most improvement in middle school math, high school government and seventh-grade English language arts.

District-wide this year, English language arts scores grew by 3.77 percentage points – with 51.07% of students testing advanced or proficient, math scores grew by 6.87 percentage points – with 44.57% of students testing advanced or proficient, social studies scores grew by 10.14 percentage points – with 53.14% of students testing advanced or proficient and science scores grew by 0.33 percentage points – with 42.93% of students testing advanced or proficient.

“I’m proud of our teachers and instructional leaders for their hard work in helping our students achieve at high levels,” Jeff Haug, superintendent of the Mehlville School District stated in a press release. “We’ve been focusing on professional learning communities to help ensure that all students receive the best instruction. Our shared priority is on increasing student engagement and academic rigor.”

MAP tests are required in Missouri public schools, measuring how well Missouri students learn the skills and knowledge outlined in the Missouri Learning Standards. Students’ test scores place them in one of four performance levels: advanced, proficient, basic and below basic.

MAP scores are just one of the ways the Mehlville School District measures the success of its students. The Mehlville School District also saw its Annual Performance Report score jump to 93.2 percent this year, placing Mehlville among the top 5% of school districts in the state.

The district had APR scores of 79.4% and 77.9% in 2022 and 2023, respectively. 

“With our community’s support, Mehlville School District continues to be on the rise,” Haug stated. “I am proud of the work our teachers and staff do every day to empower and support our students.”

Published by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Annual Performance Reports provide data on the individual performance of local education agencies. Scores are based on the standards and indicators in the Missouri School Improvement Program and are used by the Missouri State Board of Education to determine accreditation status. The Mehlville School District is fully accredited.