Section 281.65.5. Secondary risk factors.

In identifying the at-risk population of a school district or building, the applicant shall also give consideration to students who are:

        1.            Functioning below chronological age in two or more developmental areas, one of which may be English proficiency, as determined by an appropriate professional;

        2.            Born at biological risk, such as low birth weight (under 1500 grams—approximately three pounds) or with a diagnosed medical disorder, such as spina bifida or Down’s syndrome;

        3.            Born to a parent who was under the age of 18; or

        4.            Residing in a household where one or more of the parents or guardian:

        ●             Has not completed high school;

        ●             Has been identified as a substance abuser;

        ●             Has been identified as chronically mentally ill;

        ●             Is incarcerated;

        ●             Is illiterate; or

        ●             Is a child or spouse abuser.

        5.            Subject to other special circumstances, such as being in foster care or being homeless.