Summary:
The city of North English, Iowa is home to two schools - English Valleys Junior-Senior High School and English Valleys Elementary School, both part of the English Valleys Community School District. The data reveals that English Valleys Junior-Senior High School is a standout performer, consistently achieving high test scores and outpacing state averages, particularly in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science. In contrast, the elementary school shows potential for improvement, with room to boost its overall ranking and performance, especially in 4th and 5th grade Math.
English Valleys Junior-Senior High School boasts impressive 10th and 11th grade test scores, as well as strong 8th grade performance, with over 79% proficient or better in Math and 86% in English Language Arts. The school maintains a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 13:1, which may contribute to its academic success. On the other hand, English Valleys Elementary School shines in 4th grade English Language Arts, with 80% of students proficient or better, compared to the state average of 72.9%. However, its overall ranking of 344 out of 557 Iowa elementary schools suggests room for improvement, particularly in 3rd and 4th grade Math proficiency.
While both schools serve a predominantly white student population, they face socioeconomic challenges, with over 40% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. This factor may impact student performance, and the district should consider ways to address these challenges and ensure equitable resource allocation between the two schools. Overall, the data highlights the strengths of English Valleys Junior-Senior High School and the potential for growth at the elementary school level, providing valuable insights for the district to focus its efforts and drive continued student success.
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