Janesville CSD Ranks 4th in the State on Iowa Report Card
/In a major milestone for the district, Janesville Secondary School has earned the #4 spot in the state according to the latest Iowa School Performance Profiles. With a raw score of 677.73, the secondary school was placed in the “High Performing” category…an achievement that reflects both the hard work of students and the dedication of staff across the board.
The Iowa School Performance Profiles evaluate schools using a weighted scoring system that takes into account various measures of student success. Categories include student growth in math and English Language Arts (ELA), chronic absenteeism, proficiency in science, math, and ELA, graduation rate, and post-secondary readiness.
The Janesville CSD administration is proud of the incredible team they have…both staff and students. They feel lucky to work with such a passionate teaching staff that works incredibly hard to provide meaningful learning opportunities for our students. And our students continue to impress us with their effort, attitude, and enthusiasm. We’re truly fortunate to be part of such a strong and inspiring school community.
Janesville CSD’s administration also credits several strategic efforts and programs that have positively impacted student performance and school culture:
PSEO (Postsecondary Enrollment Options) and work-based learning programs that connect students with real-world experience and college-level coursework.
The Leader In Me program, which fosters student leadership and personal growth.
Advanced course offerings that challenge students and prepare them for college and careers.
A curriculum overhaul in literacy, designed to boost reading and writing skills across grade levels.
The addition of more staff members to reduce class sizes and offer more individualized support.
A noticeable decline in office referrals, indicating a strong, positive school climate.
An emphasis on teacher leadership, with educators taking ownership of their specialties and collaborating toward shared goals.
While the rating is certainly a cause for celebration, school leaders are clear…the work doesn’t stop here.
“This ranking is a great recognition of where we are, but it’s just a small snapshot,” said the Superintendent BJ Meaney. “We’re proud of the progress, but there is always more work to do. Continued improvement remains our focus.”
This achievement shines a light on what’s possible when schools invest in students, empower teachers, and stay focused on long-term growth. As Janesville CSD builds on this momentum, the community can take pride in both the recognition and the values that drive it.