Serving 292 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Central 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 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elkader Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Elkader, IA, encompassing approximately 183.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 292 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
292 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#217 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #217 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Central Elementary School often compared to?
Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edgewood-colesburg Elementary School, Starmont Elementary School, Mfl Marmac Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
292 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Central Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Central Comm School District.
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