Serving 390 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bronson Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 85% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to 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 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Bronson Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Bronson, IA school district, covering approximately 117.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bronson Elementary School's student population of 390 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
390 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Lawton-Bronson Community School District will prepare all students to contribute productively to the global world of work and community.
School Rankings
Bronson Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bronson Elementary School is 0.12, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#71 out of 1223 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
94%
70%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bronson Elementary School's ranking?
Bronson Elementary School is ranked #71 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Bronson Elementary School often compared to?
Bronson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pierson Middle School, Woodbury Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Bronson Elementary School?
390 students attend Bronson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Bronson Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bronson Elementary School?
Bronson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bronson Elementary School offer ?
Bronson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bronson Elementary School part of?
Bronson Elementary School is part of Lawton-Bronson Comm School District.
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