Best Public Schools in Guthrie Center, IA

The city of Guthrie Center, Iowa is home to two schools: Guthrie Center Elementary School and Guthrie Center High School, both part of the Guthrie Center Community School District. The data shows that Guthrie Center Elementary is a standout school, consistently ranking in the top half of Iowa elementary schools and exceeding state averages in key academic metrics, particularly in mathematics. In contrast, Guthrie Center High School has seen more fluctuation in its statewide ranking, but still maintains solid academic performance.

Guthrie Center Elementary School has a 4-star rating and ranks 210 out of 576 Iowa elementary schools. The school's test scores are generally above the state averages, with 3rd-6th grade students demonstrating significantly higher proficiency rates in mathematics compared to the Iowa average. The school also has a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate of 21.6%, better than the state average. Guthrie Center Elementary spends $12,899 per student, higher than the state average.

In comparison, Guthrie Center High School has seen its statewide ranking fluctuate, dropping from a 4-star rating to a 3-star rating in recent years. However, the high school still maintains solid academic performance, with test scores generally above the state averages in subjects like English Language Arts and Science. The high school has a 88.3% four-year graduation rate, a strong metric. Both schools have relatively low student-teacher ratios, which may contribute to their academic success.