Summary:
The 51002 zip code area is home to two schools - Alta Elementary School and Alta-Aurelia High School, both part of the Alta-Aurelia Community School District. While Alta Elementary consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in Iowa, Alta-Aurelia High School has room for improvement, particularly in upper-grade performance.
Alta Elementary School stands out as a high-performing institution, consistently ranking in the top 30-214 elementary schools in Iowa. Its students excel in both English Language Arts and Mathematics, outperforming the district and state averages. Additionally, the school maintains a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate of 21.6%, compared to the state average. In contrast, Alta-Aurelia High School has a 4-year graduation rate of 88.3%, which is relatively strong, but its overall ranking and test scores in 10th and 11th grades suggest opportunities for improvement.
Both schools face socioeconomic challenges, with a significant percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, at 38.58% for Alta Elementary and 39.7% for Alta-Aurelia High School. This could present unique challenges and resource needs that the schools and district must address to ensure all students have the support they need to succeed. Overall, the data highlights the strengths of Alta Elementary School and the areas for improvement at Alta-Aurelia High School, providing valuable insights for the district and community to consider as they work to support student achievement and well-being.
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