Summary:
The Newton Community School District in Iowa is home to 4 elementary schools serving students from kindergarten through 5th grade. While the district as a whole faces challenges, a few standout schools emerge that are outperforming their peers.
Aurora Heights Elementary School and Woodrow Wilson Elementary School are the top performers in the district, ranking 215th and 237th respectively out of 557 Iowa elementary schools. Aurora Heights maintains a 3-star rating and exceeds district and state averages in 3rd and 4th grade math proficiency, while Woodrow Wilson achieved a 4-star rating and surpassed averages in 3rd and 4th grade English Language Arts.
In contrast, the district faces socioeconomic challenges, with 53-69% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch across the 4 schools. Chronic absenteeism is also high at 21.6%, above the state average. While spending per student and student-teacher ratios vary, addressing these systemic issues could lead to more consistent academic performance throughout the Newton Community School District.
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