Mason City Community School District

The Mason City Community School District operates 9 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative school, serving students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The district's performance varies significantly, with some standout schools like Jefferson Elementary School consistently ranking among the top in the state, while others struggle to meet state averages.

Jefferson Elementary is a shining example, with a 4-star rating and over 80% of students proficient in English Language Arts and Mathematics, far exceeding the district and state averages. In contrast, Harding Elementary and the Alternative School have significantly lower proficiency rates. The district's overall test scores are generally below the state averages, indicating the need for improvement across the board.

The data also reveals a correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance, with schools serving a higher percentage of economically disadvantaged students, such as Roosevelt Elementary, tending to have lower test scores. However, some schools, like Hoover Elementary, have shown improvement in recent years, suggesting that with the right strategies, the district can work to raise the academic achievement of all its students.