Summary:
The 50707 zip code area is home to two schools - Bunger Middle School and Poyner Elementary, both part of the Waterloo Community School District. While the schools share some similarities, such as higher spending per student and a significant percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, they also exhibit distinct differences in their student populations and academic performance.
Bunger Middle School has a more diverse student body, with a racial makeup of 51.97% White, 18.33% African American, 14.39% Hispanic, and 10.9% two or more races. However, the school's performance on state assessments (ISASP) is generally below the district and state averages, with proficiency rates ranging from 50.8% to 68.9% in English Language Arts and 59.4% to 66.7% in Mathematics. In contrast, Poyner Elementary has a less diverse student population, with 66.85% White, 11.33% Hispanic, and 11.33% two or more races. The school's performance on ISASP assessments is mixed, with some grade levels performing above the district and state averages in English Language Arts and Mathematics, while others are below.
Both schools face challenges related to their high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a relatively low-income student population. Despite the lower academic performance, the schools have higher spending per student than the state average, suggesting that additional resources alone may not be the sole solution to improving student outcomes. The data highlights opportunities for the schools to focus on improving student proficiency in specific subject areas, as well as exploring strategies to support their economically disadvantaged students.
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