Best Public Schools in Storm lake, IA


Summary:

The city of Storm Lake, Iowa is home to 5 schools serving students from elementary through high school, all part of the Storm Lake Community School District. The district faces significant challenges, with all schools performing well below state averages on standardized tests and ranking in the bottom tier of Iowa schools.

The Storm Lake Early Elementary School stands out with the lowest student-teacher ratio and the highest percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients, indicating a high-need student population. In contrast, the St Lake/IA Cntrl/Buena Vista Early College High School has a much smaller student body and a lower percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients compared to the larger Storm Lake High School.

Across the district, the student population is predominantly Hispanic, with significant percentages of Asian, Pacific Islander, and African American students as well. However, the consistently low performance on standardized tests suggests the schools may not be effectively meeting the needs of this diverse student body. Addressing the systemic challenges and implementing targeted strategies to support all students will be crucial for the Storm Lake Community School District to improve academic outcomes and provide equitable opportunities.






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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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