Serving 242 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Eldora-new Providence 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 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% 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: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eldora-New Providence Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 140.8 square miles in and around Eldora, IA. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eldora-new Providence Elementary School's student population of 242 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
242 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Embracing today's challenges, preparing for tomorrow's world
School Rankings
Eldora-new Providence 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 Eldora-new Providence Elementary School is 0.20, 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 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 1998–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.4%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Eldora-new Providence Elementary School's ranking?
Eldora-new Providence 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 Eldora-new Providence Elementary School often compared to?
Eldora-new Providence Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hubbard-radcliffe Elementary 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 Eldora-new Providence Elementary School?
242 students attend Eldora-new Providence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Eldora-new Providence Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eldora-new Providence Elementary School?
Eldora-new Providence Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Eldora-new Providence Elementary School offer ?
Eldora-new Providence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Eldora-new Providence Elementary School part of?
Eldora-new Providence Elementary School is part of Eldora-New Providence Comm School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I have recently relocated our family due to a job change, but am extremely sad to see my kids leave this school district. The staff members of this school have been amazing influences on my children's upbringing over the past 7 years, and have undoubtedly served a big role in the kind and generous nature of my kid's hearts. Facilities are well maintained and managed, as well as the concerns of parents and children alike. I couldn't have asked for a better school district to have served my family for the first portion of their lives.
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