Johnston Community School District

The Johnston Community School District in Iowa operates 8 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school. The district is highly ranked, coming in at 83 out of 313 school districts in the state and earning a 4-out-of-5-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Within the district, a few schools stand out for their exceptional performance. Henry A. Wallace Elementary School is ranked 67th out of 576 Iowa elementary schools and has a 5-star rating, with consistently high test scores and a relatively low free/reduced lunch rate. Similarly, Johnston Senior High School is ranked 49th out of 340 Iowa high schools, with impressive test scores and a high graduation rate.

Overall, the schools in the Johnston Community School District perform well above the state average on standardized tests, with several schools achieving over 80% proficiency in core subjects. However, the district does face some challenges, such as a higher-than-desired chronic absenteeism rate across all schools. Additionally, there is significant variation in the free/reduced lunch rates among the schools, suggesting potential socioeconomic differences within the district that may impact student performance.