Best Public Schools in Norwalk, IA


Summary:

The Norwalk Community School District in Norwalk, Iowa, consists of 5 schools: 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district's schools generally perform well academically, with several standout institutions like Lakewood Elementary School and Norwalk Senior High School.

Lakewood Elementary School ranks among the top 93 elementary schools in Iowa, earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. It has consistently ranked in the top 25% of Iowa elementary schools over the past 3 years and boasts strong academic performance, with over 80% of 4th and 5th graders proficient or better in both English Language Arts and Mathematics. Norwalk Senior High School has maintained a 3-star rating and consistently ranks in the top 50% of Iowa high schools, with impressive proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics.

While the Norwalk schools have a predominantly white student population, the racial diversity is relatively low compared to state or national averages. The district may need to examine its resource allocation, as there is variation in spending per student and student-teacher ratios across the schools. Overall, the Norwalk school district appears to be performing well, with several standout schools and strong academic outcomes, but there may be opportunities to address areas of diversity and resource equity.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Iowa Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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