Serving 58 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Diagonal Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Diagonal Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Diagonal Elementary School's student population of 58 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
58 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Diagonal Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Diagonal Elementary School is 0.04, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#523 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
13%
Black
2%
7%
White
98%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 Diagonal Elementary School's ranking?
Diagonal Elementary School is ranked #523 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Diagonal Elementary School?
58 students attend Diagonal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Diagonal Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Diagonal Elementary School?
Diagonal Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Diagonal Elementary School offer ?
Diagonal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Diagonal Elementary School part of?
Diagonal Elementary School is part of Diagonal Comm School District.
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