Davenport Community School District

The Davenport Community School District in Iowa operates 24 schools, including 15 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, and 4 high schools. The district as a whole is ranked 298 out of 309 districts in the state and is rated 0 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger, indicating significant challenges in student performance.

Within the district, a few schools stand out as academic standouts. Blue Grass Elementary School consistently performs above the district and state averages on standardized tests, with 70-90% of students proficient or better in core subjects. Eisenhower Elementary School and McKinley Elementary School also demonstrate strong academic performance, with 60-80% proficiency rates. At the middle school level, Sudlow Intermediate is the highest-ranked school, though its test scores still fall below the state average.

However, the district faces significant performance gaps, with the lowest-performing schools, such as Madison Elementary, having proficiency rates as low as 16% in 3rd grade English Language Arts. The high schools, including Central High School, West High School, and North High School, also struggle, with proficiency rates ranging from 35-60%. Addressing these disparities and improving overall academic achievement will be crucial for the Davenport Community School District.