Iowa
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Kernels of power for parents in the Land Where the Corn Grows Tall are increasing, with modest improvements in tax credits and the weakest of charter school laws. At least the state remains strong on digital and personalized learning, and encourages districts to foster an aura of innovation.
Opportunity
Score:
55%
Grade:
F
Rank:
#46
A modest change in law enacted in May 2021 created more opportunities for charter schools in the state, but given the lack of funding certainly, indep
Score:
Grade:
D
Rank:
#24
A very modest tax-credit scholarship program which serves just under 11,000 students was enacted in 2006.
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Grade:
D
Rank:
#50
Neither has requirements for teacher content knowledge, nor performance metrics…
Innovation
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Grade:
C
Rank:
#35
Iowa has worked to improve internet connectivity and access to devices. The Iowa Communications Network (ICN) is a state agency that manages the…

In the wake of COVID, Iowa did much less than most other states to ensure continuity of learning. After closing schools on March 15, …
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Policy Environment

Newly re-elected Gov. Kim Reynolds has been a steady supporter of parent power since her days as Lt. Governor. In her response to President Biden’s..

Iowa does not have a Blaine Amendment, but its constitution contains a Compelled Support Clause, “which the Iowa Supreme Court has interpreted…

School report cards are featured on the main page of Iowa’s DOE website under Features, and clicking Iowa School Performance Profiles. Reports…