Summary:
The city of State Center, Iowa is home to three public schools that serve students from elementary through high school: West Marshall Elementary School, West Marshall High School, and West Marshall Middle School. These schools are part of the West Marshall Community School District.
Among the three schools, West Marshall High School stands out as the top performer, consistently ranking among the top 36 high schools in Iowa over the past 3 years. The high school's test scores significantly exceed state averages, with 94.9% of 10th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts compared to the Iowa average of 72.9%. In contrast, West Marshall Elementary School and West Marshall Middle School have more average rankings and performance, though they still perform above the state averages in many areas.
The district's student populations are relatively homogeneous, with white students making up over 90% of the enrollment across all three schools. Additionally, the schools serve a moderate level of economically disadvantaged students, with free and reduced lunch rates ranging from 26.91% at the high school to 32.82% at the middle school. The district may want to explore ways to address these disparities and ensure equitable access to educational opportunities for all students.
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