Serving 363 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Cora B Darling 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 50-54% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cora B Darling Elementary/Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Postville, IA, covering approximately 121.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 10 to 15 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 6.7 miles and the furthest point reaching 10.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cora B Darling Elementary School's student population of 363 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
363 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Advancing Learning Today; Creating a Successful Tomorrow
School Rankings
Cora B Darling 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 Cora B Darling Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#1088 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
78%
14%
Black
4%
7%
White
18%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
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 Cora B Darling Elementary School's ranking?
Cora B Darling Elementary School is ranked #1088 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Cora B Darling Elementary School often compared to?
Cora B Darling Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Albin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Cora B Darling Elementary School?
363 students attend Cora B Darling Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Cora B Darling Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cora B Darling Elementary School?
Cora B Darling Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cora B Darling Elementary School offer ?
Cora B Darling Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cora B Darling Elementary School part of?
Cora B Darling Elementary School is part of Postville Comm School District.
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