Summary:
The Iowa Falls Community School District has one high school, Iowa Falls - Alden High School, which serves grades 9-12. The school has seen a decline in its academic performance over the past three years, with its statewide ranking dropping from 195th out of 332 Iowa high schools in 2021-2022 to 254th out of 338 in 2023-2024. Additionally, the school's SchoolDigger rating has decreased from 2 stars out of 5 to 1 star out of 5 during this time period.
One area of concern is the school's underperformance in mathematics, with proficiency rates significantly lower than the state averages, particularly for 10th and 11th grade students. The school's spending per student of $12,616 and student-teacher ratio of 13.7 are within reasonable ranges, but it's unclear if these resources are being effectively utilized to support student learning and academic achievement.
The school's demographic makeup includes a relatively high proportion of students from low-income families, with a 34.71% free and reduced-price lunch rate. While this factor may contribute to the school's academic challenges, it's important to note that the school's performance is not directly related to its racial composition. Targeted interventions and support programs could help address the needs of these students and improve the overall academic performance of Iowa Falls - Alden High School.
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