Summary:
The 50201 zip code area is home to 3 schools in the Nevada Community School District, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. Among these schools, Central Elementary School stands out as a high-performing institution, consistently ranking among the top elementary schools in Iowa with a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Central Elementary's test scores significantly outpace the state and district averages in both English Language Arts and Mathematics for 3rd and 4th grades. For example, 94% of 4th graders at Central Elementary were proficient or better in Mathematics, compared to just 72.9% statewide. In contrast, Nevada High School and Nevada Middle School have more mixed academic performance, with scores ranging from slightly above to slightly below state averages across different subjects and grade levels.
The schools in the 50201 zip code serve a relatively homogeneous student population, with the majority (over 80%) being White. The percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch ranges from 27.63% at Central Elementary to 36.79% at Nevada Middle School, indicating a moderate level of economic diversity. Spending per student also varies significantly, with Nevada High School spending $17,734 per student, compared to $11,518 at Central Elementary and $12,308 at Nevada Middle School.
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