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Edgewood-Colesburg High School

Public | 7-12 | 285 students

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Posted January 14, 2009

I have become familiar with the school system through several perspectives. As a student I felt and observed that athletics are emphasized more than academics. As a former student I am shocked by the claim that consumer science courses are solely about sex education. This is far from the case and I am curious why this assertion was made! A small portion of the course covers such topics, done in a conservative fashion focused on health and safety. I would be much more concerned as a parent if my child did not receive this information. Alternate lifestyles were not discussed in the course when I took it, but I think it would be a good idea. Sheltering children from reality and how to deal with such issues is an unhealthy and risky way to deal with life.
—Submitted by a student


Posted September 17, 2007

Athletics over everything seems to be the motto. The size of the band shows this pretty well. When no one in the school other than the band teacher takes an interest of course the program is going to decline.
—Submitted by a former student


Posted October 4, 2006

I think ed-co school teachers are doing a great job. And as far as the athletics side over the academics. If you look back at the history of ed-co in any sport they we not very good at all. today they have both academics and athletics. That is hard to find in small schools. So I think this gives parents something to cheer about on both side.
—Submitted by a former student


Posted February 26, 2005

Athletics above academics seems to be their motto. Its scholastic program took a major decline when the original section of the building was taken down a and new wing built. Due to lack of classrooms, Fitness became required (in addition to PE) for students to fill their year, and remains still after completion. The elective courses for junior high consists of whether you want to be in concert choir or non-performing choir. The caliber of most of the teachers are high. However, the disclosure letter of what is covered in the scope of Consumer Science and Family Values has been misleading, at best. The class is Sex Ed and should be a separate class from Home Ec (required by all students). Do not inquire if Alternate Lifestyle is taught due to the fact that the instructor is unfamiliar with that terminology - even though it is taught.
—Submitted by a parent


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The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 79% in 2012.

37 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
62%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 68% in 2012.

37 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
57%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


Beginning in 2011-2012 Iowa used the Iowa Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math. The scores reflect the performance of students enrolled for the full academic year. The Iowa Assessments are standards-based tests, which measure specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Iowa. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the tests.

See Iowa's state standards

Source: Iowa Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 75% in 2012.

38 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
58%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 66% in 2012.

38 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
47%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


Beginning in 2011-2012 Iowa used the Iowa Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math. The scores reflect the performance of students enrolled for the full academic year. The Iowa Assessments are standards-based tests, which measure specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Iowa. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the tests.

See Iowa's state standards

Source: Iowa Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2012.

41 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
83%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 84% in 2012.

41 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
83%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


Beginning in 2011-2012 Iowa used the Iowa Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math. The scores reflect the performance of students enrolled for the full academic year. The Iowa Assessments are standards-based tests, which measure specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Iowa. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the tests.

See Iowa's state standards

Source: Iowa Department of Education

Math

All Students62%
Female74%
Male43%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
White62%
Economically disadvantaged46%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
English language learnersn/a

Reading

All Students57%
Female70%
Male36%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
White57%
Economically disadvantaged46%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
English language learnersn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


Beginning in 2011-2012 Iowa used the Iowa Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math. The scores reflect the performance of students enrolled for the full academic year. The Iowa Assessments are standards-based tests, which measure specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Iowa. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the Iowa Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Iowa's state standards

Source: Iowa Department of Education

Math

All Students58%
Female59%
Male55%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
White59%
Economically disadvantaged40%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
English language learnersn/a

Reading

All Students47%
Female47%
Male45%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
White49%
Economically disadvantaged27%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
English language learnersn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


Beginning in 2011-2012 Iowa used the Iowa Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math. The scores reflect the performance of students enrolled for the full academic year. The Iowa Assessments are standards-based tests, which measure specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Iowa. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the Iowa Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Iowa's state standards

Source: Iowa Department of Education

Math

All Students83%
Female90%
Male75%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
White83%
Economically disadvantaged69%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
English language learnersn/a

Reading

All Students83%
Female95%
Male70%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
White83%
Economically disadvantaged62%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
English language learnersn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


Beginning in 2011-2012 Iowa used the Iowa Assessments to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 11 in reading and math. The scores reflect the performance of students enrolled for the full academic year. The Iowa Assessments are standards-based tests, which measure specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Iowa. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the Iowa Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Iowa's state standards

Source: Iowa Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 100% 85%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 1%
Asian/Pacific Islander N/A 2%
Black N/A 6%
Hispanic N/A 7%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 28%N/A34%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 12N/A14
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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403 West Union
Edgewood, IA 52042
Phone: (563) 928-6412

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