Summary:
The Iola Independent School District (ISD) is home to two schools - Iola High School and Iola Elementary. Iola High School stands out as the district's top performer, consistently ranking in the top 25% of Texas high schools over the past 3 years and boasting impressive academic results, a 100% graduation rate, and relatively low free/reduced lunch rates.
Iola High School's students significantly outperform the state average on STAAR/EOC exams across all subjects and grade levels, with 94.12% of students proficient or better in English II Reading compared to the state average of 56.22%. The school also spends $12,517 per student, significantly more than the $8,820 spent per student at Iola Elementary. In contrast, Iola Elementary's performance has fluctuated between 3-4 stars on the SchoolDigger rating system, indicating potential areas for improvement.
Overall, the data highlights the strong academic performance of Iola High School, which serves as the standout school in the Iola ISD district. The district may want to further investigate the factors contributing to the high school's success and consider ways to replicate those practices at the elementary school level.
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