Delwood Elementary School

311 Delmar Ave
Delmar, IA 52037
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 161 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Delwood Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 161 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 7%
  • : Top 10% in IA
  • : 85-89% (Top 10%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Delwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:

School Overview

Delwood Elementary School's student population of 161 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
161 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars

School Rankings

Delwood 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 Delwood Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IA)
#89 out of 1223 schools
(Top 10%)
85-89%
68%
80-84%
70%
60-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
93%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.13
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Delwood Elementary School's ranking?
Delwood Elementary School is ranked #89 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Delwood Elementary School?
161 students attend Delwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Delwood Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Delwood Elementary School?
Delwood Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Delwood Elementary School offer ?
Delwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Delwood Elementary School part of?
Delwood Elementary School is part of Delwood Community School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 161 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 7%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 85-89% (Top 10%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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