Best Public Schools in Oakland, IA


Summary:

The city of Oakland, Iowa is home to two schools - Riverside Middle/Senior High School and Oakland Elementary, both part of the Riverside Community School District. Riverside Middle/Senior High School stands out as a high-performing school, with consistently strong test scores that exceed the state average, particularly in English Language Arts. The school has a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger, placing it in the top half of high schools in Iowa.

In contrast, Oakland Elementary serves a more economically disadvantaged student population, with a higher percentage of free and reduced-price lunch recipients compared to Riverside Middle/Senior High School. While both schools have a majority white student population, the difference in free/reduced lunch rates suggests that Oakland Elementary may face greater challenges in supporting its students. Riverside Middle/Senior High School also spends more per student and has a higher student-teacher ratio, which may contribute to its academic success.

Overall, the data indicates that Riverside Middle/Senior High School is a standout school in the district, with strong academic performance and a relatively more affluent student body. Oakland Elementary, on the other hand, appears to serve a more economically disadvantaged population and may require additional resources and support to help its students succeed.








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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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