Summary:
The city of Laurel, Iowa has only one public elementary school, East Marshall Elementary School, which serves grades PK-5 with a total enrollment of 301 students. The school's academic performance, as measured by ISASP proficiency rates, is generally on par or slightly above the East Marshall Community School District average but often below the state averages in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.
East Marshall Elementary School has seen a significant decline in its ranking and rating over the years, dropping from a 4-star rating and a top 100 ranking in 2013-2014 to a 2-star rating and a ranking in the 300s in the most recent school year. This suggests a need to investigate the factors contributing to this decline and implement strategies to improve the school's academic performance. Additionally, the school serves a notable population of economically disadvantaged students, with nearly half of the students (43.19%) eligible for free or reduced-price lunch.
While the student population at East Marshall Elementary School is predominantly White (86.38%), there is a notable Hispanic population (9.97%) and a small percentage of students from other racial/ethnic backgrounds. This diversity could present both opportunities and challenges in terms of meeting the educational needs of a diverse student body. Overall, the data provides a comprehensive snapshot of East Marshall Elementary School, highlighting areas of strength and opportunities for improvement to better serve the students and the community.
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