Summary:
The South Hamilton Community School District has one exceptional elementary school, South Hamilton Elementary, which serves grades PK-6 and has an enrollment of 355 students. This standout school is ranked 43rd out of 576 elementary schools in Iowa, placing it in the top 7.5% statewide, and has received a prestigious 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.
South Hamilton Elementary consistently outperforms its peers across the state on standardized tests, with 91.7% of 6th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts and 91.7% of 5th graders proficient or better in Mathematics, compared to state averages of 72.8% and 71.5%, respectively. The school also has a lower chronic absenteeism rate than the state average and spends $13,241 per student, which is higher than the state average, suggesting a strong commitment to providing a high-quality education for all students.
While South Hamilton Elementary is a high-performing school, the data indicates there is still room for improvement, particularly in addressing chronic absenteeism. Overall, this school stands out as an exceptional educational institution within the South Hamilton Community School District, providing a strong foundation for the students it serves.
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