Summary:
The Southeast Polk Community School District in Iowa is home to 8 high-performing elementary schools that serve students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade. These schools vary in size, with student populations ranging from 242 to 657, and offer a diverse educational experience for families in the area.
Among the standout schools in the district are Runnells Elementary and Mitchellville Elementary, both of which have earned a prestigious 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. These schools boast exceptional test scores, with over 80% of students proficient in English Language Arts and Mathematics. Another top performer is Centennial Elementary, which ranks in the top 20% of Iowa elementary schools and has consistently earned a 4-star rating.
The schools in the Southeast Polk Community School District generally perform well on state assessments, with several exceeding the state and district averages in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science. However, there is some variation in student demographics and spending per student across the schools, which may contribute to the differences in performance. The data suggests a positive correlation between higher spending per student and better school performance, as measured by test scores and SchoolDigger rankings.
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