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Best Public Schools in Zip Code 50849


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2
Schools
492
Students
Top rankedNodaway Valley High School106th of 340 Iowa high schools
Biggest riser
Nodaway Valley High School up 81 spots statewide this year
Summary:

The 50849 zip code area is home to two high-performing schools, Nodaway Valley Elementary School and Nodaway Valley High School, both part of the Nodaway Valley Community School District. These schools demonstrate strong academic performance, with students consistently scoring above the state average on standardized tests, and a commitment to providing ample resources and support for their students.

At the elementary school level, Nodaway Valley Elementary School stands out for its exceptional performance on ISASP tests, with 4th and 5th-grade students scoring well above the state average in English Language Arts, Math, and Science. The school also boasts a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate and high per-student spending, indicating a focus on student support and resources. In contrast, Nodaway Valley High School excels in its high 4-year graduation rate, which exceeds the state average, and its solid performance on ISASP tests, with 10th and 11th-grade students scoring above the state average in English Language Arts and Math.

Both schools in the 50849 zip code area have low student-teacher ratios, suggesting more individualized attention for students. However, the data also reveals that a significant portion of the student population at both schools faces economic challenges, with high free and reduced-price lunch rates. This highlights the importance of targeted support and resources to ensure equitable educational opportunities for all students, even in high-performing school districts.

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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Iowa Department of Education.

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