Summary:
The 52501 zip code in Ottumwa, Iowa is home to a single middle school, Evans Middle School, which serves grades 7-8 with a total enrollment of 689 students. While the school has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 13:1, its academic performance has been declining over the past three years, with a 0-star rating and a statewide ranking that has dropped from 293 out of 334 Iowa middle schools in 2022-2023 to 326 out of 344 in 2024-2025.
Evans Middle School's proficiency rates in ISASP (Iowa Statewide Assessment of Student Progress) tests are generally lower than the Ottumwa Community School District and state averages, particularly in mathematics and science. Additionally, the school serves a relatively high-need student population, with 52.1% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.
Despite the school's challenges, the low student-teacher ratio could be a potential strength in supporting student learning. To better understand the school's performance and identify areas for improvement, additional data on student academic growth, graduation rates, attendance, and discipline would be helpful. With a more comprehensive understanding of the school's strengths and weaknesses, the district and community can work together to address the needs of the students and ensure their academic success.
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