Summary:
The zip code 50554 contains only one school, Laurens-Marathon Elementary School, which serves grades PK-6 and has a total enrollment of 140 students. The school's academic performance varies across grade levels and subject areas, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts ranging from 33.3% to 72.7%, and in Mathematics from 26.7% to 63.6%, compared to the state averages of 64.2% to 74.5% and 70.7% to 76.3%, respectively. The school's statewide ranking has declined from 285 out of 565 Iowa elementary schools in 2022-2023 to 509 out of 557 in 2023-2024.
Laurens-Marathon Elementary School serves a diverse student population, with 70.71% White, 5.71% African American, 18.57% Hispanic, 1.43% Asian, 0.71% Pacific Islander, and 2.86% two or more races. Over 50% of the students are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a significant socioeconomic need in the community. The school's spending per student is relatively high at $20,283, suggesting a focus on resource allocation and investment in the educational experience.
While the school faces challenges in academic performance and statewide ranking, the high spending per student and the diverse student population suggest the need for a closer examination of the school's curriculum, teaching practices, and targeted interventions to address the disparities in student learning and development. The Laurens-Marathon Community School District may need to prioritize strategies to support Laurens-Marathon Elementary School and ensure all students have access to a high-quality education.
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