Summary:
The 50322 zip code area of Urbandale, Iowa is home to 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school, all part of the Urbandale Community School District. The data reveals a mix of standout and underperforming schools, with Karen Acres Elementary and Urbandale Middle School showing stronger academic performance compared to Olmsted Elementary and Urbandale High School.
Karen Acres Elementary stands out with consistently high test scores, ranking 271 out of 557 Iowa elementary schools and earning a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school also has a lower free/reduced lunch rate and higher spending per student than the district average. In contrast, Urbandale High School has seen a decline in performance, dropping from a rank of 170 out of 332 Iowa high schools in 2021-2022 to 263 out of 338 in 2023-2024, with a 1-star rating.
Across the district, the schools serve a diverse student population, with varying free/reduced lunch rates and student-teacher ratios. While the elementary schools generally outperform the middle and high schools, the data suggests a need to examine the transition and support systems for students as they progress through the education system. Additionally, the significant free/reduced lunch rates across all schools indicate a need to address socioeconomic factors that may be impacting student achievement and access to resources.
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