Summary:
The city of Epworth, Iowa is home to two schools: Western Dubuque High School and Epworth Elementary School, both part of the Western Dubuque Community School District. While both schools are performing well, Western Dubuque High School stands out as an academically excellent institution, consistently ranking among the top high schools in Iowa.
Western Dubuque High School boasts impressive test scores that significantly exceed state averages across multiple subjects and grade levels. The school has a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger and a statewide ranking of 29 out of 338 schools for the 2023-2024 school year. In contrast, Epworth Elementary School's performance, while still above the state average, is more variable, with its statewide ranking fluctuating between 62nd out of 565 schools in 2022-2023 and 196th out of 557 schools in 2023-2024.
Both schools serve relatively affluent student populations, with a lower percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch compared to the state average. However, this may raise concerns about equity and access to quality education for students from lower-income families. Further analysis of the factors driving the differences in performance and demographics between the two schools could provide valuable insights for the district and the community.
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