Serving 183 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, English Valleys Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to 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 9% 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: 183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: English Valleys Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire North English, IA school district, encompassing approximately 192 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.5 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 15.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
English Valleys Elementary School's student population of 183 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
183 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
English Valleys 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 English Valleys Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#566 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
91%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- English Valleys Parent Teachers Organization - http://www.evpto.com
Frequently Asked Questions
What is English Valleys Elementary School's ranking?
English Valleys Elementary School is ranked #566 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?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend English Valleys Elementary School?
183 students attend English Valleys Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of English Valleys Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of English Valleys Elementary School?
English Valleys Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does English Valleys Elementary School offer ?
English Valleys Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is English Valleys Elementary School part of?
English Valleys Elementary School is part of English Valleys Comm School District.
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