Muscatine Community School District

The Muscatine Community School District in Iowa consists of 8 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district serves a diverse student population with varying academic performance and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Among the standout schools in the district, Mulberry Elementary School consistently outperforms the district and state averages on standardized tests, with 70-86% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Mathematics. It also has the highest spending per student ($16,051) and the lowest free/reduced lunch rate (27.03%) in the district. In contrast, Jefferson Elementary School has the highest free/reduced lunch rate in the district at 72.35% and lower academic performance. The data suggests a potential correlation between socioeconomic status and student achievement within the district.

While the district's spending per student is generally in the middle range, the top-performing schools, such as Grant Elementary School, have the highest per-student spending. This indicates that adequate funding may be an important factor in student success. However, the data also reveals significant disparities in academic performance across the district, with Muscatine High School consistently ranking in the bottom third of Iowa high schools and maintaining a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger. Addressing these disparities and ensuring equitable access to high-quality education for all students should be a priority for the Muscatine Community School District.