Serving 435 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Eagle Grove 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 35-39% (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 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eagle Grove Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Eagle Grove, IA, encompassing approximately 163.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 7.4 miles and the furthest edge reaching 11.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eagle Grove Elementary School's student population of 435 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
435 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Average Class Size
15 students
School Motto
Dedicated to creating independent thinkers and lifelong learners of tomorrow.
School Rankings
Eagle Grove 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 Eagle Grove Elementary School is 0.55, which is more 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
#1145 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
45%
14%
Black
2%
7%
White
50%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.6%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eagle Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Eagle Grove Elementary School is ranked #1145 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Eagle Grove Elementary School?
435 students attend Eagle Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Eagle Grove Elementary School students are White, 45% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eagle Grove Elementary School?
Eagle Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eagle Grove Elementary School offer ?
Eagle Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Eagle Grove Elementary School part of?
Eagle Grove Elementary School is part of Eagle Grove Comm School District.
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