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MO HB2710

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/5/2026

Primary Sponsor

Dane Diehl

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • State Board of Education must develop annual accountability report cards for all public school districts, public schools, and public charter schools, assigning letter grades (A-F) on a 0-100 scale based on student outcomes

  • Elementary and middle school ratings weighted as: 40% academic achievement, 30% value-added growth, and 30% growth relative to grade level; high school ratings include graduation rates (10%) and a "Success-Ready Graduate" measure (15%) covering AP exams, dual enrollment, and industry credentials

  • Creates the "Show Me Success Program" to provide performance-based funding (subject to appropriation) to schools demonstrating strong academic growth, sustained improvement, or success closing achievement gaps, with 100% of funds going to classroom incidental funds for teacher recruitment and retention

  • Schools must publish report cards on their websites by October 31st each year; schools testing below 95% of students must report participation rates separately but will not receive automatic rating reductions

  • Establishes a separate school climate rating based equally on suspension/restraint rates, and satisfaction surveys of parents, teachers, and students measuring perceptions of safety, engagement, and learning environment

Legislative Description

Modifies provisions governing accountability measures for elementary and secondary schools

Last Action

Public Hearing Scheduled (S) - Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 8:00 AM, Senate Lounge - 3rd Floor

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Education3/12/2026
Fiscal Review3/4/2026
Rules - Legislative2/11/2026
Elementary And Secondary Education1/8/2026

Full Bill Text

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