Serving 360 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pekin Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pekin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Pekin Elementary School's student population of 360 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
360 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pekin Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pekin Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#194 out of 1221 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
n/a
7%
White
94%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pekin Elementary School's ranking?
Pekin Elementary School is ranked #194 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Pekin Elementary School?
360 students attend Pekin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Pekin Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pekin Elementary School?
Pekin Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pekin Elementary School offer ?
Pekin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Pekin Elementary School part of?
Pekin Elementary School is part of Pekin Comm School District.
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