Summary:
The 50579 zip code area is home to two schools, South Central Calhoun Middle School and South Central Calhoun Elementary School, both part of the South Central Calhoun Community School District. While the district is ranked 237 out of 309 in Iowa and has a 1-star rating, the individual schools demonstrate some standout elements.
Academically, both schools perform well, with students scoring above the state average in English Language Arts and Mathematics on the ISASP assessments. The elementary school, in particular, stands out with 91.8% of 3rd graders proficient in Math, significantly higher than the state average of 76.3%. However, the schools have relatively high percentages of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting a higher level of economic disadvantage among the student populations.
In terms of student demographics, the schools have predominantly white student bodies, with over 90% of students identifying as such. The elementary school has a slightly more diverse student population, with 3.54% Hispanic students and 2.25% students of two or more races, compared to the middle school's 1.83% Hispanic and 2.14% multi-racial students. The schools maintain consistent academic performance, but the district's low ranking and 1-star rating suggest room for improvement in the overall quality and performance of the schools in this area.
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