Agwsr Elementary School

1004 4th Ave
Ackley, IA 50601
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 227 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Agwsr Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 227 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : Bottom 50% in IA
  • : 80-84% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Agwsr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Agwsr Elementary School's student population of 227 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
227 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Our Commitment to Excellence

School Rankings

Agwsr Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Agwsr Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IA)
#636 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
80-84%
68%
55-59%
70%
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
86%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.25
(22-23)
9.3%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Agwsr Elementary School's ranking?
Agwsr Elementary School is ranked #636 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Agwsr Elementary School?
227 students attend Agwsr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Agwsr Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Agwsr Elementary School?
Agwsr Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Agwsr Elementary School offer ?
Agwsr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Agwsr Elementary School part of?
Agwsr Elementary School is part of AGWSR Comm School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 227 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 80-84% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Btm 50%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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