Serving 216 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Cam 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 80-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: CAM South Elementary School serves the southern part of its school district in Massena, IA, covering an area of approximately 196.4 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 11.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cam Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Cam Elementary School's student population of 216 students has grown by 81% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 81% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
216 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Cam 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 Cam Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#647 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
n/a
7%
White
98%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.6%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cam Elementary School's ranking?
Cam Elementary School is ranked #647 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?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Cam Elementary School?
216 students attend Cam Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Cam Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cam Elementary School?
Cam Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cam Elementary School offer ?
Cam Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cam Elementary School part of?
Cam Elementary School is part of CAM Comm School District.
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