Summary:
Norway, Iowa is home to a single public middle school, Norway Elementary School, which serves grades 4-6 with a total enrollment of 341 students. This school stands out for its consistently high academic performance, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics that significantly exceed both the district and state averages.
Norway Elementary School's strong academic achievement is evident across multiple metrics. The school's 5th grade science proficiency rate is also higher than the state average. Additionally, the school has a lower student-teacher ratio of 14.9, suggesting smaller class sizes and more individualized attention for students. However, the school's chronic absenteeism rate of 21.6% is higher than the state's target of 10% or less, which is an area that warrants further attention and improvement.
While Norway Elementary School serves a diverse student population, with 26.69% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, the school's higher-than-average spending per student of $11,644 suggests that it is well-resourced. This resource allocation may contribute to the school's academic excellence, but it also highlights the importance of ensuring equitable access and support for all students, regardless of their economic background.
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