Serving 214 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Mills 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 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Mills Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Malvern, IA, encompassing approximately 219.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Mills Elementary School's student population of 214 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
214 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Mills 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 East Mills Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#794 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.8%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-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 East Mills Elementary School's ranking?
East Mills Elementary School is ranked #794 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are East Mills Elementary School often compared to?
East Mills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Mills Jr/sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend East Mills Elementary School?
214 students attend East Mills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of East Mills Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Mills Elementary School?
East Mills Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Mills Elementary School offer ?
East Mills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Mills Elementary School part of?
East Mills Elementary School is part of East Mills Comm School District.
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