Serving 170 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Central City Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 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 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central City Elementary School serves the entire district of Central City, IA, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 75.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 9.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central City Elementary School's student population of 170 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
170 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
We will be respectful, responsible, and safe today. That's how we show the Wildcat Way!
School Rankings
Central City 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 Central City 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
#864 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
n/a
7%
White
94%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central City Elementary School's ranking?
Central City Elementary School is ranked #864 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Central City Elementary School?
170 students attend Central City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Central City 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 Central City Elementary School?
Central City Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central City Elementary School offer ?
Central City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central City Elementary School part of?
Central City Elementary School is part of Central City Comm School District.
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