Summary:
The 52804 zip code area has only one middle school, Williams Intermediate, which serves grades 7-8 and is part of the Davenport Community School District. This school has consistently ranked in the bottom quartile of Iowa middle schools over the past three years and struggles with low academic performance, high chronic absenteeism, and a disadvantaged student population.
Williams Intermediate's academic performance, as measured by ISASP test scores, is significantly below state averages across all grade levels and subject areas. For example, in the 2024-2025 school year, only 44.9% of 6th graders were proficient in ELA, compared to the state average of 72.8%, and just 36.6% of 7th graders were proficient in Math, compared to 71.9% statewide. The school also has a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch at 56.99% in 2023-2024.
Despite the school's challenges, it has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 9.5, which could be an asset if leveraged effectively. However, the high per-student spending of $14,249 does not appear to be translating into improved outcomes. The data highlights the need for further investigation into the root causes of the school's underperformance and the implementation of targeted interventions and support to improve student achievement and overall school quality.
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