High Schools in Mason City Community School District

The Mason City Community School District in Iowa is home to three high schools: Mason City High School, Mason City Virtual Academy, and Alternative School. These schools serve students in grades 9-12 and have varying student populations, academic performances, and school ratings.

Mason City High School is the largest high school in the district with 956 students, but its academic performance is concerning, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics well below the state averages. The school has consistently ranked in the bottom 10-15% of Iowa high schools over the past three years, with a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger. In contrast, Mason City Virtual Academy and Alternative School have smaller student populations and slightly better academic performance, but they still rank in the bottom 10-15% of Iowa high schools with 0-star ratings.

Across all three high schools, the data reveals consistently low academic performance, with no apparent improvement over time. The high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 45.5% to 61.7%, suggest potential equity concerns that may be impacting student outcomes. Additionally, the differences in spending per student between the schools may indicate disparities in resource allocation within the district.