Summary:
The city of Alta, Iowa is home to two schools: Alta Elementary School and Alta-Aurelia High School, both part of the Alta-Aurelia Community School District. While Alta Elementary is a standout performer, ranking 29th out of 557 Iowa elementary schools, Alta-Aurelia High School has a lower statewide ranking, at 201st out of 338 Iowa high schools.
Alta Elementary School's exceptional performance is evident in its high proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics, which are significantly above the state averages. The school also has a diverse student population, with 25.74% Hispanic students and 5.91% Pacific Islander students. In contrast, Alta-Aurelia High School has a more homogeneous student body, with 82.52% White students and 11.17% Hispanic students.
Both schools have similar spending per student and student-teacher ratios, suggesting an equitable distribution of resources across the district. However, the significant difference in statewide rankings between the elementary and high school raises questions about the factors contributing to this disparity, and whether there are specific challenges or areas for improvement at the high school level.
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