Summary:
The 10 schools in the 50158 zip code area of Marshalltown, Iowa serve students from elementary through high school, including 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 1 virtual school. While a few standout schools like Franklin Elementary and J.C. Hoglan Elementary perform well above district and state averages, many of the schools in this area struggle academically, with test scores well below state norms.
Poverty appears to be a major challenge for the district, with most schools having very high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 57-88%. This high level of economic disadvantage likely contributes to the academic performance issues seen across the district. Additionally, the Marshalltown Virtual Academy performs poorly, ranking in the bottom 10% of Iowa high schools, raising questions about the quality and effectiveness of the virtual program.
Overall, the Marshalltown Community School District faces significant challenges in providing a quality education to all students in the 50158 zip code area. While a few schools stand out, the lack of consistency and wide performance gaps suggest targeted interventions and support may be needed to improve outcomes for all students in the community.
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