Summary:
The 52340 zip code is home to two strong-performing elementary schools, Tiffin Elementary and Oak Hill Elementary, both part of the Clear Creek Amana Community School District. These schools consistently outperform state averages on standardized tests and maintain 3-star ratings from SchoolDigger, indicating a commitment to academic excellence.
Tiffin Elementary has shown steady improvement, moving up in the state rankings over the past few years. In the 2018-2019 school year, it ranked 201st out of 603 Iowa elementary schools, with 73.7% of 3rd-grade students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 68.4% proficient or better in Mathematics. Oak Hill Elementary has maintained a 3-star rating and outperformed the state averages, with 84.5% of 4th-grade students proficient or better in English Language Arts, 80.3% in Mathematics, and 70.8% of 5th-grade students proficient or better in Science.
Both schools have relatively low student-teacher ratios, around 13 students per teacher, suggesting a focus on personalized attention. However, the schools face a challenge with high chronic absenteeism rates of 21.6%, which could impact student engagement and performance. The schools also serve a significant population of students from lower-income households, with around 30% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. Addressing these factors could help these already strong-performing schools continue to excel and support the educational needs of their diverse student populations.
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