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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 80% in 2012.

70 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 77% in 2012.

70 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
61%
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 78% in 2012.

66 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
61%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 74% in 2012.

66 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
62%
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 78% in 2012.

84 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
73%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 74% in 2012.

84 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%
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 Students84%
Female83%
Male86%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic82%
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
White90%
Economically disadvantaged85%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
English language learners83%

Reading

All Students61%
Female54%
Male72%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic41%
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
White68%
Economically disadvantaged58%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
English language learners57%
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 Students61%
Female69%
Male54%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic44%
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
White70%
Economically disadvantaged57%
Students with disabilities29%
English language learners25%

Reading

All Students62%
Female76%
Male51%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic69%
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
White65%
Economically disadvantaged61%
Students with disabilities21%
English language learners50%
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 Students73%
Female62%
Male81%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic48%
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
White85%
Economically disadvantaged67%
Students with disabilities58%
English language learners55%

Reading

All Students70%
Female67%
Male67%
African Americann/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic43%
Multiracialn/a
Native Americann/a
White79%
Economically disadvantaged67%
Students with disabilities25%
English language learners45%
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 65% 85%
Hispanic 21% 7%
Black 6% 6%
Asian/Pacific Islander 5% 2%
American Indian/Alaska Native 2% 1%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 56%N/A34%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 13N/A14
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

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  • Dance

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  • Gym

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  • Gifted / high performing
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  • Dr. Rita Vannatta
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  • Gifted / high performing

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  • Access to sports fields
  • Computer
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Playground
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Arts & music

Music
  • Band
  • Instrumental music lessons
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Performing arts
  • Dance
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  • The Sioux City Community School District offers a richly diverse and warmly accepting group of students, faculty and staff. Here are just a few of the things our district offers: ** All day kindergarten ** Before and after school programs ** Dedicated faculty and staff ** Many different academies and programs to ensure your child gets the most out of their educational experience ** Preschool ** Progressive technology applications ** Rigorous curriculum in the core subjects ** Talented and Gifted (TAG) program ** 58% of teachers have advanced degrees
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